Stephanie Gallardo

Hey everyone, I'm Stephanie! With 15 years under my belt as a dedicated freelance writer, I've found a special place here at HBCU Lifestyle where I can merge my writing expertise with my love for the vibrant world of HBCUs. Beyond the campus buzz, I'm a huge travel enthusiast and an animal lover at heart. Whether I'm exploring new destinations or hanging out with my furry friends, these experiences enrich my storytelling. Here, I dive into topics close to my heart – diversity, inclusion, and the dynamic life at HBCUs – and bring a unique perspective shaped by my journeys and adventures. Join me in celebrating the spirit of HBCUs and the diverse stories that make our community so special!

Bethune-Cookman University Signage in front of the historic White Hall, located at the heart of the Daytona Beach campus.

Most Affordable Colleges: Top 10 Small Private HBCUs

Although available courses, reputation and location are all important factors when choosing a college, the cost of attending school is also a large concern. Even with partial financial aid, covering all the costs associated with college – tuition, books, living arrangements – can be intimidating. For this reason, colleges are routinely ranked according to their

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Prairie View A&M students discuss their work in an Architecture Design Studio class.

HBCUs with Architecture and Design-Related Programs

Interested in design? Love the idea of seeing your visions come to life? If so, you may be well-suited to a career in architecture, urban planning, or another design-related field. Here, you’ll find information on HBCUs which currently offer either architecture or design-related degrees. Alabama A&M University Located in Huntsville, AAMU offers both BS and

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Attend the 2014 HBCUStory Symposium in DC on Oct 24th

Coming this fall, students, faculty and alumni will have a chance to hear from some of the finest minds in the HBCU community. The APLU (Association of Public & Land-grant Universities) will be hosting the second annual HBCUStory Symposium in Washington, D.C. About HBCUStory HBCUStory is an advocacy initiative dedicated to “preserving, presenting and promoting”

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HBCU Education Departments with NCATE Accreditation

Standing for the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, NCATE accreditation is regarded as the gold standard when it comes to recognizing excellence in teacher education. Without organizations like the NCATE, schools would be able to offer any curriculum they saw fit, without any standards. The result would be a lot of students paying

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