NEGRO COLLEGES IN WAR TIME(1943)

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Showcases how American colleges are adapting their educational programs to support the war effort. Tuskegee Institute is highlighted for its commitment to training specialists and contributing to scientific advancements crucial for wartime needs. Prairie View, a Texas state college, is actively preparing students for technical roles in industrial and military service, focusing on practical skills necessary for both agriculture and manufacturing sectors.

Howard University in Washington D.C. has expanded its curriculum by adding new war training courses while emphasizing existing ones to equip students for war-related jobs. Similarly, Hampton Institute in Virginia plays a vital role by training hundreds of war workers and foreign students through specialized programs.

Students at Hampton Institute are engaged in skilled mechanical training and production of war materials. The agriculture department has introduced a farm management course for women and is conducting research on soybean nutrition to aid wartime conservation efforts. Additionally, Hampton contributes to the war effort through radio programs and specialized training for military personnel, while the armed forces utilize its facilities, further solidifying the college’s role in supporting the nation’s needs during this critical time.

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