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Research paper thumbnail of Beyond a Niche: The Value of Historically Black Women's Colleges in the 21st Century

Center for Minority Serving Institutions, 2023

Women's Colleges have served women students since the 19th century. These institutions fought to ... more Women's Colleges have served women students since the 19th century. These institutions fought to support this population during a time when institutions of higher education only served white men. To sustain many women's colleges, they are tasked with reimagining their purpose and creating a new niche. For example, despite the decreasing numbers of women's colleges throughout the United States, Historically Black Women Colleges (HBWCs), Bennett College and Spelman College, have carved out a sustainable niche: a space where Black women can focus on being just a student. As the number of Black women graduates increases, it is important to recognize intentional spaces for this population.

Research paper thumbnail of Beyond a Niche: The Value of Historically Black Women's Colleges in the 21st Century

Center for Minority Serving Institutions, 2023

Women's Colleges have served women students since the 19th century. These institutions fought to ... more Women's Colleges have served women students since the 19th century. These institutions fought to support this population during a time when institutions of higher education only served white men. To sustain many women's colleges, they are tasked with reimagining their purpose and creating a new niche. For example, despite the decreasing numbers of women's colleges throughout the United States, Historically Black Women Colleges (HBWCs), Bennett College and Spelman College, have carved out a sustainable niche: a space where Black women can focus on being just a student. As the number of Black women graduates increases, it is important to recognize intentional spaces for this population.

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