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Are you a student at a historically black college or university? You are not alone: approximately 300,000 students are enrolled at HBCUs across the United States, and they all want to find classes, sports, activities, and internships that will help them prepare for life after graduation.

Every HBCU student wants to have an amazing college experience, and HBCU Lifestyle has the tools, tips, and resources that will help you embrace campus life. Whether you’re looking for articles about the HBCU experience, Greek life, or career planning, HBCU Lifestyle will give you the information that you need to enjoy your time as a college student.

Read these articles to get started:

Black History Movies: The Great Debaters looks at the first black college debate team to participate in and win interracial debates in the 1930s.

10 Powerful Black History Movies HBCU Students Should Watch

HBCU College Life, Campus Life / By Megan Collins

Black history movies depict the struggles and achievements of black Americans throughout history. Here are 10 great movies that no HBCU student should miss.

Using Speed Reading to Improve Your Academic Skills

How to Use Speed Reading to Improve Your Academic Skills

Campus Life, HBCU College Life, HBCU Colleges / By Stephanie Gallardo

Interested in reading faster? Speed reading is a skill that can dramatically increase your learning ability. Learn the basics by reading this article.

African-American university student is reading notes from her STEM courses.

STEM Courses: 9 Proven Strategies for Academic Success

Campus Life, HBCU College Life, HBCU Colleges / By Tokiwa T. Smith

Every student will have to take a science, technology, engineering or mathematics course in their academic career. Read these success tips for STEM courses.

College Survival: HBCU students walk the campus of North Carolina A&T during their new student orientation.

Surviving College: Advice for Incoming Freshmen

Campus Life, HBCU College Life, HBCU Colleges / By Ruby Grace

Here are some tips for freshmen on surviving college. Be friendly, pack for the climate, and make smart choices when deciding which courses to take.

A Black female first generation college student poses on campus holding her books.

First Generation College Student Tips for Success

Campus Life, HBCU College Life, HBCU Colleges / By Ruby Grace

Are you a first generation college student? Then you know about the unique challenges that lay ahead. Here are some tips to help you survive.

Before email your professor: A relaxed young black college student is sitting on a chair with a laptop, looking away and thinking of what to type.

Before You Email Your Professor, Read This

Campus Life, HBCU College Life, HBCU Colleges / By Stacey Garratt

Sending a respectful and courteous email is a new skill for a lot of students. Here are eight rules to follow each and every time you email your professor.

Study Habits – How to Avoid Cramming for an Exam

How to Study in College and Avoid the Anxiety of Exam Cram

Campus Life, HBCU College Life, HBCU Colleges / By Rehana Akter

Don’t get worried about how to study and avoid exam cram anymore! Just change your study habits and our guide will show you how to study with a proper plan.

Dorm Room Ideas for Your Creative College Students

Dorm Room Ideas for Creative College Students

HBCU College Life, Campus Life, HBCU Colleges / By Rehana Akter

Unleash your artsy soul and transform your dorm room into a cooler and more stylish place with our subtle and artistic dorm room ideas!