College Trivia

What does the acronym HBCU stand for?

• Historically Black College Units

• Historically Black College Universities

• Historically Black Colleges and Universities

• High Black College Units

When was the first HBCU founded?

• 1837

• 1854

• 1865

• 1903

Which HBCU is known as the first institution of higher learning for African Americans?

• Howard University

• Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

• Tuskegee University

• Spelman College

How have HBCUs contributed to American society?

• By producing a majority of African American lawyers and doctors

• By focusing solely on technical training

• By limiting their programs to the arts

• By serving only local communities

Which HBCU is known for its engineering programs?

• Florida A&M University

• North Carolina A&T State University

• Hampton University

• Morehouse College

Which public university is known as a 'Public Ivy' and is located in California?

• University of California, Berkeley

• California State University, Fullerton

• University of Southern California

• San Diego State University

Which HBCU is known for its contributions to the arts?

• Spelman College

• Howard University

• Fisk University

• Clark Atlanta University

How did HBCUs contribute to the workforce during World War II?

• By providing military training

• By focusing solely on agricultural studies

• By encouraging students to enlist

• By halting academic operations

Which HBCU alumni became a famous film director and producer?

• Spike Lee

• Tyler Perry

• Ava DuVernay

• John Singleton

The University of Texas at Austin is known for its iconic mascot, the "Longhorn." What animal does the Longhorn represent?

• Bison

• Bull

• Horse

• Ram