Historically Black College & University (HBCU) Fair

In 1983, former Brooklyn Borough President Howard Golden designated the last Saturday of February as & “The Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter” - Historically Black College and University Day.” The Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter has upheld this tradition by organizing an annual black college fair in the borough of Brooklyn. The fair offers a significant opportunity for students and their families to interact with representatives from a variety of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) as well as community organizations that offer mentoring programs, college tours, and scholarships. Workshops are conducted about financial aid, the admissions process, and to prepare students for a successful transition to college. Additionally, a panel featuring HBCUs alumni is held, where they share their experiences and provide guidance on how to navigate collegiate life. The Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter has been instrumental in providing an Annual Black College Fair for over forty years in the Brooklyn community, and it will continue to inspire and empower students and families, reinforcing the notion that a mind is a terrible thing to waste.