Describes differences between attending a historically black university and a predominantly white university. Explores disparities in financial aid, cultural differences and university support.
"Where do I belong"" aimlessly day dreaming about my future I disregarded my U.S history teacher as she began taking attendance.
Should I attend Morgan State University, Tuskegee University, Howard University, Bowie University, or Jackson State University? These historically black colleges or universities (HBCU) all received applications for admissions from me early in my senior year of high school.
Should I attend the University of Illinois in Urbana Campaign, Marquette University, or Northern Illinois University? These predominantly white institutions also received an application for admissions from me in my senior year of high school. Like many African American students I was faced with the issue of whether to attend a HBCU or a predominantly white institution. It is my personal belief that a student can be successful at either. It's up to the student to answer.....
