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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Be a little responsible with these comments, folks. Many students at Ballou sacrifice and sweat to be a part of that band. I can't imagine how discouraged they might feel if they read these comments.

Also, as far as AAs not swimming, Howard U (an HBCU here in DC) requires that ALL students take swimming and has for decades. Be careful about stereotypes. Additionally, the trend, particularly amongst young AAs, is natural hair, which does not involve straightening or chemicals. Swimming, getting hair wet, and then styling it afterwards is less of an issue if at all. You all sound a little stuck in the past if you ask me.

Glad to hear that Ballou is getting an updated facility. They need it for many reasons and the students deserve it just like your precious little NW and Hill tots. Get over it and fight for what you need in your communities. [/quote]

A couple of problems with this- I graduated from Howard.  I had to take swimming. I have many friends at HU who did not.  2nd- you can't prove a point using one anecdote and certainly not by comparing Howard to the experience of the majority of African-Americans.

And again, not a stereotype--check the stats.

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