HBCU’s affecting the DC Population – Ellis Isaac
HBCU stands for, “historically black colleges and universities”. HBCUs are full of history and culture. They were mainly created because of racial discrimination and for a way for black children to get education. These institutes helped black students get degrees and pursue professions they weren’t able to. They were made so that young black students would be able to learn crafts and trades to help their quality in life. HBCUs have been around for decades and are some of the best universities in the country.
Washington DC has two HBCUs in the city, Howard University and University of the District of Columbia. Howard University has been around since 1867 and UDC has been around since 1976. Howard University has been a cornerstone of DC and has been a part of its development, and is known worldwide for its school culture and a place for black professionals. UDC has been a safe and affordable option for black students to get an undergraduate degree. Although the Campus of UDC is small it doesn’t take away from the experiences you get there.
( From an interview of My dad who went to Howard in the 90s)
“My time at Howard was electric, I loved every second of it and think very fondly of it”.
