DOI: 10.1177/00420859251329286 ISSN: 0042-0859
The Impact of Brown v. Board of Education on Higher Education Access, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and Ongoing Efforts to Ensure Equitable Access
Marybeth GasmanThis article explores the impact of the landmark Supreme Court case, Brown v. Board of Education , on higher education access with a specific focus on Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Drawing upon historical, legal, and social science research, the article examines the historical context surrounding the case, its implications for desegregation in higher education, and the subsequent challenges and successes HBCUs face in fostering equitable access.