Yo folks, curious junior here digging into HBCU history! I've heard a lot about HBCU grads making big waves. Who are some notable HBCU alumni that have really impacted their fields?
Hearing some success stories would be super motivating as I consider applying to HBCUs!
Hey there! I'm glad you're interested in HBCU history and looking for some inspiring stories. There are plenty of notable HBCU grads who've made significant impacts in their fields. Here are a few examples:
1. Martin Luther King Jr. – The iconic civil rights leader earned his Bachelor's degree from Morehouse College.
2. Toni Morrison – The Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, known for works like 'Beloved' and 'Song of Solomon,' graduated from Howard University.
3. Oprah Winfrey – The influential media mogul and philanthropist attended Tennessee State University.
4. Taraji P. Henson – This accomplished actress with numerous awards graduated from Howard University.
5. Thurgood Marshall – The first African American Supreme Court Justice was a proud alumnus of Howard University School of Law.
These are just a handful of the many incredible HBCU grads out there. I hope their stories inspire you during your college search journey!
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