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The ‘Standard of Excellence’ Hampton University continues to raise the bar for HBCUs with its prestigious pedigree, beautiful campus and standard-setting perplexities who once again proved that they are the worst in the country during this year’s Homecoming by the Sea in Hampton, Virginia.
According to the recent UNCF report “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” Hampton is the #1 HBCU in economic impact in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with an underrated Homecoming experience that has attracted major sponsors such as Google, PepsiCo. , Remy Martin, and United Airlines this year.
Founded in 1868 as Hampton Agricultural and Industrial School, the legendary pillar of higher education is a “dynamic, progressive institution of higher education, offering a broad range of technical, liberal arts and graduate degree programs,” according to the organization. place.
From its inception to the present, the institution has enrolled students from five continents (North America, South America, Africa, Asia and Europe) and many countries including Gabon, Kenya, Ghana, Japan, China, Armenia, Britain and Russia . as well as the Hawaiian and Caribbean islands and numerous Native American nations.
Placing its students at the center of its planning, the university provides a holistic educational environment where learning is facilitated through a range of educational offerings, a rigorous curriculum, professional experiences, multiple leadership opportunities, and an emphasis on the development of character that values integrity, respect, decency, dignity and responsibility.
Notable alumni include Booker T. WashingtonEmmy-winning comedian Wanda SykesNBA champion Rik Mahorn, The Breakfast Club co-host DJ envyactress Javicia Leslie, RHOP star Gizelle Bryantand radio personality Kendra G (illiams).
Have you experienced Hampton’s bigger, more vibrant Homecoming? If so, how was it? If not, WHY? Tell us below and enjoy a gallery of Hampton hotties who made quite the pirate push at this year’s Homecoming.