| Virginia State University (VSU) is making history once again—this time in the classroom. The university has officially introduced a brand-new course titled “The HBCU Family,”becoming the first institution in the country to offer an HBCU Studies course housed in a Family & Consumer Sciences department. The class explores the unique ways that historically Black colleges and universities function as extended families. From legacy enrollment and campus traditions to peer support systems and generational impact, the course takes a deeper look into how HBCUs shape the cultural and emotional lives of Black students and families. “This new academic offering reflects our commitment to being a preeminent HBCU,” said Dr. Jada Brooks, the interim chair of the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences, who will also lead the course. READ MORE |
