A representative of Lemoyne-Owen College waits for Morningside High School students to visit her table Jan. 29 during the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Caravan Tour to the campus. Representatives from more than 20 historically Black colleges and universities were in attendance.
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By Emilie St. John
Contributing Writer
INGLEWOOD — The Inglewood Unified School District hosted the National College Resource Foundation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities Caravan Tour at Morningside High School Jan. 29, providing students with life-changing opportunities for higher education.
Approximately 400 juniors and seniors participated in the event, engaging directly with admissions representatives from more than 20 prestigious historically Black colleges and universities. Students in attendance had the opportunity to apply onsite, resulting in 149 students being accepted on the spot, with many also receiving scholarship offers.
“This event was more than just a college fair, it was a gateway to opportunity,” said James Morris, the county administrator overseeing the Inglewood Unified School District. “Seeing 149 students receive immediate college acceptances and knowing that hundreds more took a step toward their future was truly inspiring. We remain committed to providing these transformational experiences that empower our students to reach their fullest potential.”
The event was met with enthusiasm from students, families and district leaders.
The caravan tour was part of the Black College Expo that was held on the grounds of SoFi Stadium Feb. 1.
The expo provides a unique opportunity for students, particularly those from underrepresented communities, to connect with historically Black colleges and universities, as well as other institutions of higher learning.
The Black College Expo was founded in 1999 by Theresa Price, a renowned educator and advocate for higher education. The expo was created to address the growing concern about the lack of diversity in higher education and to provide a platform for students from underrepresented communities to access information and resources about historically Black colleges and universities and other colleges and universities. The expo’s primary purpose is to promote higher education, career opportunities and cultural awareness among African-American students, as well as students from other underrepresented groups.
Inglewood City Councilwoman Dionne Faulk spoke on the great energy at all of the events.
“We had over 30,000 students attend and apply for scholarship opportunities at the schools and a lot of times they are accepted on the spot which is a great opportunity for our Inglewood Unified School District students,” Faulk said.
Emilie St. John is a freelance journalist covering the areas of Carson, Compton, Inglewood and Willowbrook. Send tips to her at emiliesaintjohn@gmail.com
