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Historically Black Colleges and Universities
F. Erik Brooks
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Description for Historically Black Colleges and Universities
Hardcover. This exhaustive analysis of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) throughout history discusses the institutions and the major events, individuals, and organizations that have contributed to their existence. Series: African American Studies. Num Pages: 338 pages, 17. BIC Classification: 1KBB; GBC; JFSL3; JNM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 28. Weight in Grams: 930.
This exhaustive analysis of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) throughout history discusses the institutions and the major events, individuals, and organizations that have contributed to their existence. The oldest HBCU, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, was founded in 1837 by Quaker philanthropist Richard Humphreys as the Institute for Colored Youth. By 1902, at least 85 such schools had been established and, in subsequent years, the total grew to 105. Today approximately 16 percent of America's black college students are enrolled in HBCUs. Historically Black Colleges and Universities: An Encyclopedia brings the stories of these schools together in a comprehensive volume ... Read more
This exhaustive analysis of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) throughout history discusses the institutions and the major events, individuals, and organizations that have contributed to their existence. The oldest HBCU, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, was founded in 1837 by Quaker philanthropist Richard Humphreys as the Institute for Colored Youth. By 1902, at least 85 such schools had been established and, in subsequent years, the total grew to 105. Today approximately 16 percent of America's black college students are enrolled in HBCUs. Historically Black Colleges and Universities: An Encyclopedia brings the stories of these schools together in a comprehensive volume ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
ABC-CLIO United States
Number of pages
338
Condition
New
Series
African American Studies
Number of Pages
388
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9780313394157
SKU
V9780313394157
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About F. Erik Brooks
F. Erik Brooks, PhD, is associate professor at Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA. Glenn L. Starks, PhD, is a senior manager with the Department of Defense.
Reviews for Historically Black Colleges and Universities
This is an excellent primary source for undergraduates to use in beginning research. . . . Summing Up: Highly recommended.
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities: An Encyclopedia is a book for everyone and makes an invaluable contribution to literature that examines HBCUs. In a time of budgetary crises in higher education, this book is necessary, particularly for ... Read more
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities: An Encyclopedia is a book for everyone and makes an invaluable contribution to literature that examines HBCUs. In a time of budgetary crises in higher education, this book is necessary, particularly for ... Read more