Graham said that HBCUs have played a vital role in American higher education. “With their long, rich history, HBCUs have helped many students achieve their full potential,” he said.
Our HBCUs are the institutional embodiment of democracy in action; opportunity granted for all people without favor for or discretion against a socioeconomic background or political preference.
MCF programs bridge the resource gap to get students to and through college and into economically sustainable careers.
Dealing with the challenges of childhood that come with K-12 education is exhausting, but blame for challenges in the teaching profession cannot be placed at students’ feet.
“She is an excellent example of a leader who understands the centrality of higher education to make a difference,” Stanley said. “Jerald has that kind of striking presence — you just know that she understands the importance of our work.”
The university held an inauguration on Friday to welcome Woolfolk, who is also the 20th president. The auditorium in the Richardson Fine Arts Center was packed to the brim with people.