Celebrating Black History in College

Celebrate Black excellence in college — and learn why allyship is more important than ever.
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Why Black History Month Still Matters

Why Black History Month Still Matters

Black history is American history. Read on to learn why we celebrate Black History Month and why this holiday matters now more than ever.

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Updated January 4, 2024
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How to Celebrate Black History Month in College

From supporting black businesses to recognizing iconic Black leaders, learn how to celebrate the right way.

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10 Black-Owned Businesses to Shop During Black History Month
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9 Pioneers to Celebrate During Black History Month
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10 Movies to Watch This Black History Month
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Updated February 2, 2023
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A Black History Month Playlist: 10 Influential Songs
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Updated December 8, 2023
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10 Must-Read Books by Black Women
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Top Black Podcasts to Listen to During Black History Month
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Updated December 26, 2023
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11 Books by Black Authors You Should Read in College
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Updated February 2, 2023
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33 Black History Month Quotes Students Should Know
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Updated February 2, 2023
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4 Ways to Celebrate Black Excellence at Work
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Updated January 26, 2023

Uplifting Black and African American Students

Black and African American students face unique challenges and need allies in their classmates and college administrations to support them.

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How to Be an Ally During Black History Month
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Updated February 24, 2023
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Creating Inclusive College Campuses for Black Men
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Updated February 2, 2023
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Why Black Women’s Mental Health Is More Important Than Ever Before
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Updated December 5, 2022
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Mental Health for Black and African American Students
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Updated May 16, 2022

Learning Black History

U.S. history classes gloss over — or nearly omit — the massive role Black and African American communities have played in this country. Start relearning American history this Black History Month.

10 Facts About Black History Month

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How Black LGBTQ+ Activism Shapes Black History

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Understanding the Life of Martin Luther King Jr.

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5 Afro-Latino/as Who Had an Impact on Black History

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The History of the Black Student Union

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Modern Black Inventors Make History

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Resources for Black and African American Students

Here are some resources Black and African American students can use to help choose a college, pay for it, and succeed in it.

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College Guide for Black and African American Students
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Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities of 2024
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Updated February 2, 2024
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Scholarships for Black and African American Students
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Updated February 1, 2024
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Financial Literacy for Black and African American Students
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Updated December 7, 2022
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10 Employers That Recruit HBCU Talent
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Updated October 3, 2023
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10 Professional Associations for Black and African American Students
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Updated February 2, 2023

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