1890 Universities

The 1890 Universities refer to a group of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) established primarily through the Second Morrill Act of 1890, which required states to provide land grants and support for black students. These institutions, such as Alabama A&M and Prairie View A&M, aimed to promote higher education for African Americans during a time of segregation, fostering opportunities in agriculture, engineering, education, and other fields. They played a crucial role in advancing social and economic upliftment for Black communities by providing accessible, quality education amidst systemic racial barriers.