Across North-Carolinaʼs landscape‚ ten historically Black colleges stand ready to make their mark in next weeks election. These schools — with their deep-rooted history of social change — have become key players in the states political landscape
The combined force of nearly 40‚000 students represents a significant voting group‚ and campus organizations dont want to waste this opportunity. Student-government groups are leading the charge with door-to-door registration drives and info-sharing sessions (making sure every eligible student knows where and how to vote)
The movement has gained extra momentum since Vice President Kamala Harris — an HBCU graduate herself — is on the ballot. Her presence has inspired many first-time voters at these institutions: creating a bridge between the schools activist heritage and todays political landscape
The states historically Black universities are spread across various regions — from coastal areas to rural backroads — making their influence felt in multiple districts. Student leaders are using social-media‚ campus events; and peer-to-peer outreach to boost voter participation