We had the honor of speaking with @PerfectDream32 (#FAMU17) about her reasons for choosing to attending FAMU and to belong in the graduating class of 2017. Learn from our conversation …
Mr. Birdsong was kind enough to share his HBCU experience in an interview with us, after a brief conversation on Twitter. Enjoy his words of wisdom a ...
“My experience at Florida A&M University was a blessing for me. It turned a shy geeky student into a entrepreneur who is constantly trying t ...
“I followed the path of my late uncle. He was the only journalist I knew growing up. I can remember seeing pictures of him with celebrities like ...
“…the programs it had to offer, its notoriety among my professional industry and the family-like atmosphere are what made me sign the dotted line on FAMU’s application.” C/O Dec. 2008 ...
Major: Mathematics Education “Learn to listen to that inner voice which gives us all of our direction. Learn what your voice sounds like so you can recognize it when it ...
“The night President Barack Obama was elected will forever remain etched in my heart and being, as I felt proud to be a part of my generation, of this country, of my Black race, of history, and to be a proud Claflinite.”
I would advise everyone that has an opportunity to attend an HBCU, to go!
“I will always remember my experience at SC State University as the best time of my life.
“A&T does an absolutely amazing job of making people feel welcome through their Office of Orientation and First Year Experience.
“After attending a PWI for my undergraduate degree, I knew that I was definitely attending an HBCU for graduate school.
“Dr. Lakeisha Harris has had a lasting impression on me as a person and especially as a student.”
“…Aggie Pride is really a way of life! And it was that home away from home feeling that led me to NCAT and I have never once regretted my decision. “
“As an alumni I do give back as well as encourage people to attend SCSU.
“Winning the title of Miss JCSU would have to be one of my proudest moments along with my travels to Haiti to start our new JCSU-Haitian Initiative.”
“My mentor is a graduate of Fisk University and she really inspired me to attend. Also, my passion for music led me to the Jubilee Singers. I wanted to become part of a legacy and better myself so that I can help carry it along.”
“My mother also gave a recount of her time at VSU and how wonderful it was. A few days later, I received a large envelope in the mail. I had been accepted to the nation’s first public HBCU and couldn’t have been more proud to attend.”
“My major is Psychology with a minor in African American Studies. I’ve always been a great listener and advice giver according to my friends and family.”
I decided to become a student at Bethune Cookman University after recieving a band scholarship to become apart of the Marching wildcats. without my scholarship I probably would not be apart of something as great as this legacy.
“FAMU taught me to be the best at whatever I do. Be the best teacher, the best engineer, the best business owner. Mediocrity is not acceptable.
