Funding Equity by Nancy Puga Leal

"Black colleges ponder their future as Trump makes cuts to education dollars"

faithfulnancy72 — 2025-04-12 15:35:03 UTC

Recent discussions have focused on how federal and state governments can address funding inequities. Proposals include targeted funding increases and policy shifts to ensure HBCUs and MSIs are better supported. How might federal budget cuts impact the sustainability and growth of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)?

letsmovewithsierra — 2025-04-13 00:39:09 UTC

This Padlet is part of our teaching session on the racial consequences of underfunded universities. Read the article excerpt below and respond to one of the prompts

“We’re still decades behind in what we deserve.” – HBCU President

letsmovewithsierra — 2025-04-13 00:42:49 UTC

This quote highlights how some HBCUs still struggle to receive fair funding compared to other institutions.

Reflection Prompt

letsmovewithsierra — 2025-04-13 00:43:35 UTC

Respond to one of the following prompts in your post below:

What surprised you most about the quote or topic?
How do you think underfunding affects student success in the long term?
If you were a policymaker, what change would you make to support HBCUs/MSIs?

letsmovewithsierra — 2025-04-13 00:45:45 UTC

This infographic shows how student debt affects HBCU students. What stands out to you? https://uncf.org/pages/infographic-fewer-resources-more-debt-loan-debt-burdens-students-at-hbcus