Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
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As the nation’s first historically Black institution of higher education founded in 1837, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is best known for its rich legacy of leadership and academic empowerment. The university offers strong, career-focused programs in biology, business administration, and communication, which are uniquely enhanced by prestigious life sciences partnerships, including a collaboration with Thomas Jefferson University. On Cheyney's historic and scenic campus, students experience a tight-knit, family-like culture energized by active student organizations, Divine Nine Greek life, and vibrant athletic events. What truly sets Cheyney apart is its innovative model of hosting corporate partners directly on campus, which provides students with unparalleled access to paid, hands-on internships and real-world research opportunities.
Wikipedia:Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (CU) is a public historically black university in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1837 as the Institute for Colored Youth, it is the oldest of all historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in the United States. It is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. The university offers bachelor's degrees and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
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