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  1. AP African American Studies
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What was the Second Morrill Act (1890)?

Federal legislation that led to the creation of 18 land-grant HBCUs.

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What was the Second Morrill Act (1890)?

Federal legislation that led to the creation of 18 land-grant HBCUs.

What was the Black Campus Movement?

A movement in the 1960s that saw increased enrollment of African Americans at predominantly white institutions.

When was Cheyney University founded?

  1. It is the first HBCU.

When was Wilberforce University founded?

  1. It is the first HBCU fully owned and operated by African Americans.

What was the significance of Fisk Jubilee Singers?

They popularized African American spirituals internationally and raised funds for Fisk University.

What role do HBCUs play in preserving culture?

They preserve and promote African American culture, history, and traditions.

What was the impact of the Second Morrill Act?

Led to the creation of 18 land-grant HBCUs, expanding educational opportunities for African Americans.