Trailblazers and Titans: 10 Famous HBCU Graduates
For centuries, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have produced prominent figures in society, including innovators, visionaries, pioneers, disruptive players in industries, executives, leaders and those within the sports and entertainment sectors.
Here, we take a look at the history of HBCUs and how these colleges and universities thrive
Trailblazers and Titans: 10 Famous HBCU Graduates
For centuries, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have produced prominent figures in society, including innovators, visionaries, pioneers, disruptive players in industries, executives, leaders and those within the sports and entertainment sectors.
Here, we take a look at the history of HBCUs and how these colleges and universities thrive
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