From marching bands and homecoming to famous alumni and the future of Black colleges, these books introduce readers of all ages to HBCU life.
The HBCU experience doesn’t begin at freshman orientation nor end at graduation. It lives on in marching bands, homecoming traditions, family stories and the generations of students who carry those experiences into the world.
Four books by authors with ties to Atlanta and historically Black colleges and universities explore that legacy from different perspectives.
Some introduce young readers to the sights and sounds of Black college life. Others celebrate accomplished alumni or examine the history, challenges and enduring influence of HBCUs.
Whether you’re introducing a child to Black college traditions, considering an HBCU or reconnecting with your alma mater, there’s something here for you.
Christopher A. Daniel is a Black Culture reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He is an Atlanta-based, award-winning journalist, cultural critic and ethnomusicologist. He previously taught courses at Morehouse College, Clark Atlanta University and Georgia State University.
