I'm thinking about transferring. I've stayed this long because I thought the feeling would go away, but it hasn't. I cant exactly put a finger on how I'm feeling but its like I don't belong/I feel like I'm just going to class and that's it. I'm very involved(NAACP,SGA-Diversity Affairs,Rotaract,etc). Then there's the "diversity" thing. If that's not the biggest load of bull! Pretty much have mostly African American associates, but I have tried to reach out to different races, but everyone self segregates but pretends to be diverse on certain days and events. Ive gotten the argument of "oh an hbcu=ghetto" and "you wont get a job"etc. I don't care about the nice facilities here, that's nice and everything but I would rather be happy than brag about Olympic size pools and stuff that I don't even use or aren't really welcomed to because of nasty looks from the Anglos. Also something that hurt was when I saw a noose near the stadium. It was the first time I ever had to deal with something like this. We were told we might see some ignorant things, but that hurt inside. Ive seem a caravan of men in sheets with a huge confederate flag yelling white power. The feeling of hate, knowing that no matter how much a sorority girl partied, she would get the answer key to the test etc. I know that no where is perfect, but I want to be in an environment where professors are nurturing success, history,scholarship. Where I can fellowship with other students like me, and not have to worry about the snickers and responses to my answers as if they are inadequate while my white counterparts give ignorant answers and its ok.
P.S. I attend the University of Tennessee
I can relate to the HBCU and PWI experience. In particular, I graduated from an HBCU and PWI. I enjoyed my experience at the HBCU and PWI. More importantly, I am confident that you will receive a quality education at an HBCU. Honestly, several of the minorities that I have encountered in Corporate America are HBCU graduates. Therefore, I don’t think you will have an issue finding a career opportunity. The key is to network and build effective relationships. Best wishes with your future endeavors!
I'll give you all I'm worth from my head down to my shoes And girl if we gon' work then I need the same from you I know that so many other dudes cheat but so many dudes ain't me Give me my pick of any dime And I'll pick you girl everytime
You mentioned some excellent universities. In addition to the ones mentioned, I recommend TN State nursing program. For more information, please check out the link below. Best wishes with your future endeavors.
Below is a message that I received about a scholarship. Feel free to apply ASAP.
NSBE Cycle 2 scholarships are still available and ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! Current scholarships accepting applications NOW are listed below Please check out the information below and APPLY NOW at www.nsbe.org in your membership account! PLEASE NOTE THE APPLICATION DEADLINES BELOW!
NSBE SCHOLARSHIPSApplication Deadline Pre-College Scholarships Oracle USA Corporate July 15, 2010
Collegiate Scholarships Chevron International Studies Scholarship July 15, 2010 Freeport – McMoRan Foundation Scholarship July 15, 2010 Oracle USA Corporate July 15 2010 S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation Scholarship July 15, 2010 CNA Corporate Scholarship July 15, 2010
**Scholarship Highlight**
CNA Corporate Scholarship 2010
Purpose This scholarship demonstrates CNA’s commitment to diversity by helping to create national exposure for CNA to potential recruits, encouraging and rewarding academic excellence and by providing a financial support mechanism for an African American college student. Eligibility · Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA · Must be a financial NSBE Member · Must be a U.S. Citizen · Enrolled in graduate program for Fall 2010 or a current 1st or 2nd year graduate student. · Major in Engineering, Mathematics, statistics, economics, physics, chemistry, political science or other scientific and professional fields of study. · Essay: Applicants must submit a 250-word maximum online essay/statement describing how they will use their education to make a positive impact on the African-American community, and how this scholarship opportunity will advance your career goals and benefit CNA. · Applications will be evaluated and the recipient(s) will be selected by CNA representatives. Only applications submitted for the CNA Corporate Scholarship program will be considered for the award. Application Requirements · Completed online scholarship application through Submissions section of Membership account. · Official or unofficial transcript (Spring 2010 grades should be used) for verification of GPA · Proof of Enrollment in a Graduate Program in one of the aforementioned majors for Fall 2010. · Resume (Submitted during application process) · Essay – see above Award(s): One (1) Scholarship @ $4,500 Application Deadline: July 15, 2010
For more information contact: Programs Department 703-549-2207 or scholarships@nsbe.org
Below is a message that I received about a scholarship. Feel free to apply ASAP.
NSBE Cycle 2 scholarships are still available and ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS! Current scholarships accepting applications NOW are listed below Please check out the information below and APPLY NOW at www.nsbe.org in your membership account! PLEASE NOTE THE APPLICATION DEADLINES BELOW!
NSBE SCHOLARSHIPSApplication Deadline Pre-College Scholarships Oracle USA Corporate July 15, 2010
Collegiate Scholarships Chevron International Studies Scholarship July 15, 2010 Freeport – McMoRan Foundation Scholarship July 15, 2010 Oracle USA Corporate July 15 2010 S.D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation Scholarship July 15, 2010 CNA Corporate Scholarship July 15, 2010
**Scholarship Highlight**
CNA Corporate Scholarship 2010
Purpose This scholarship demonstrates CNA’s commitment to diversity by helping to create national exposure for CNA to potential recruits, encouraging and rewarding academic excellence and by providing a financial support mechanism for an African American college student. Eligibility · Minimum 3.0 Cumulative GPA · Must be a financial NSBE Member · Must be a U.S. Citizen · Enrolled in graduate program for Fall 2010 or a current 1st or 2nd year graduate student. · Major in Engineering, Mathematics, statistics, economics, physics, chemistry, political science or other scientific and professional fields of study. · Essay: Applicants must submit a 250-word maximum online essay/statement describing how they will use their education to make a positive impact on the African-American community, and how this scholarship opportunity will advance your career goals and benefit CNA. · Applications will be evaluated and the recipient(s) will be selected by CNA representatives. Only applications submitted for the CNA Corporate Scholarship program will be considered for the award. Application Requirements · Completed online scholarship application through Submissions section of Membership account. · Official or unofficial transcript (Spring 2010 grades should be used) for verification of GPA · Proof of Enrollment in a Graduate Program in one of the aforementioned majors for Fall 2010. · Resume (Submitted during application process) · Essay – see above Award(s): One (1) Scholarship @ $4,500 Application Deadline: July 15, 2010
For more information contact: Programs Department 703-549-2207 or scholarships@nsbe.org
