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“Since 1898, the doors of Miles College have been open to all, regardless of race, creed, ethnicity, or gender,” said its president, Bobbie Knight. “[The Supreme Court ruling] is reminiscent of an era when opportunities were unequal and marginalized communities were left behind. It evokes memories of a time when equal and fair access to higher education was denied. This denial contributed to the creation of HBCUs.
“While HBCUs emerged from a necessity to provide education in the face of segregation, our societal goal should be to create a truly equal and fair means for all individuals to receive a quality education.”
In the meantime, we’ll do what we always do—adjust. No excuses.
We’re used to it.”
“Since 1898, the doors of Miles College have been open to all, regardless of race, creed, ethnicity, or gender,” said its president, Bobbie Knight. “[The Supreme Court ruling] is reminiscent of an era when opportunities were unequal and marginalized communities were left behind. It evokes memories of a time when equal and fair access to higher education was denied. This denial contributed to the creation of HBCUs.
“While HBCUs emerged from a necessity to provide education in the face of segregation, our societal goal should be to create a truly equal and fair means for all individuals to receive a quality education.”
In the meantime, we’ll do what we always do—adjust. No excuses.
We’re used to it.”