Tuskegee Institute

Tuskegee Institute, founded in 1881 by Booker T. Washington, is a historically Black university in Alabama. Its mission was to provide vocational and industrial education to African Americans in the post-Civil War South. The school emphasized practical skills alongside academics, equipping students for better job opportunities and economic independence. Tuskegee is known for its strong emphasis on education, agriculture, and science, as well as its notable alumni, including George Washington Carver. The institution has played a significant role in advancing the educational and social status of African Americans throughout its history.