Disenfranchising Dreams at Howard University Nikiyah Clark's story is a stark reminder that even at America's most revered historically Black colleges and universities, the promise of higher education can be fragile.
The 17 year old's dream of attending Howard University was derailed by a tuition payment snafu, leaving her feeling defeated and disenfranchised.
The situation has sparked outrage and raised questions about the legacy of HBCUs like Howard, which boasts a graduation rate of 70% and retention rate of 90%.