Anonymous
10/21/2023 13:17
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
It's also in the sh-t state of FL with DeSatan as governor. I'd avoid FL. I would do Howard, Hampton, or Spelman in that order.
Anonymous
10/21/2023 13:08
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
I second taking a look at FAMU in Tallahassee. I can't speak to the Computer Science department but my designer graduated from FAMU and she is an impressive young lady who really liked her time at FAMU.
I have a friend (white female) who started at FAMU this fall to get her degree in Physical Therapy. She was very excited to go to FAMU because Tallahassee is a big college town with FSU. FAMU has a lot of school spirit and has one of the best marching bands in the US.
I have a friend (white female) who started at FAMU this fall to get her degree in Physical Therapy. She was very excited to go to FAMU because Tallahassee is a big college town with FSU. FAMU has a lot of school spirit and has one of the best marching bands in the US.
Anonymous
10/21/2023 12:58
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:I’m not ashamed to say that I make these kinds of decisions based on prestige … Spelman is a bigger name than Hampton, so that’s what I would advise. I think being in a major city and having the connection to Georgia Tech is also a big factor. The 3/2 program with GT seems like an amazing way to both get the HBCU experience and the big public research university experience.
What does she think about the single-sex aspect? On the one hand that might make Spelman even better since she won’t have to worry about gender discrimination. On the other hand, I wonder if Hampton devotes more resources to CS because it is more traditionally male …
Would agree. Spellman isn't really known for CS but does offer the HBCU experience. GA Tech however is a top 20 school for CS.
But she should definitely not settle for a bad CS department…
I don’t know about the CS department, but, in any STEM field, the best school for most students is the school that wants to help kids stick, not weed them out.
Spelman sounds like a school that would do a decent job and be supportive, not weedout-oriente.
This, and the best school is the one your child is happy at. With CS, she will do great if she's bright and talented from any school. My spouse went to a no name school and has the same opportunities as those from "better" schools. A better school might get you in your first job quicker but from then on its about skill, interviewing skills and many other factors. Let her decide which is the best fit. Both are very good schools.
Anonymous
10/21/2023 12:47
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
FAMU is excellent. Why is it off her list?
Anonymous
10/20/2023 21:21
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:I’m not ashamed to say that I make these kinds of decisions based on prestige … Spelman is a bigger name than Hampton, so that’s what I would advise. I think being in a major city and having the connection to Georgia Tech is also a big factor. The 3/2 program with GT seems like an amazing way to both get the HBCU experience and the big public research university experience.
What does she think about the single-sex aspect? On the one hand that might make Spelman even better since she won’t have to worry about gender discrimination. On the other hand, I wonder if Hampton devotes more resources to CS because it is more traditionally male …
Would agree. Spellman isn't really known for CS but does offer the HBCU experience. GA Tech however is a top 20 school for CS.
But she should definitely not settle for a bad CS department…
I don’t know about the CS department, but, in any STEM field, the best school for most students is the school that wants to help kids stick, not weed them out.
Spelman sounds like a school that would do a decent job and be supportive, not weedout-oriente.
Anonymous
10/20/2023 19:55
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Admission to the “+2” of the Spelman 3+2 is not guaranteed so she may want to take that into account when making her decision. It’s the reason my son decided against Morehouse.
Anonymous
10/20/2023 19:40
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
HBCU grad here. I'd pick Spelman. From a learning perspective, it'll be a confidence booster to be in an environment where she isn't a minority(gender or race). I don't have a bad thing to say about Spelman grads. I wish I would've went to Spelman, but life didn't go in that direction for me.
Anonymous
10/20/2023 19:37
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Spelman is the better choice, especially if she decides to switch majors. I know she “wants” an HBCU but make sure that’s the best option financially. (So many black women are in crushing debt as a result of not making logical college decisions)
Anonymous
10/20/2023 18:36
Subject: Re:Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
I would say Spelman as I love every single alumnae from that school. But Spelman is not known for CS, they are known for law and medicine. I would recommend Hampton out of those 2 for CS, I have family who are in the engineering program at the other HU and they love it. I would agree with the PP that HOWARD (the real HU) would be the way to go. Google started recruiting from campus, and I have a few frat brothers who got offers in CS before graduating. I would say take her to HU homecoming this weekend and she will fall in love with it. FYI, Spelman graduates are the highest paid out of all HBCUs.
Anonymous
10/20/2023 18:13
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Anonymous wrote:I’m not ashamed to say that I make these kinds of decisions based on prestige … Spelman is a bigger name than Hampton, so that’s what I would advise. I think being in a major city and having the connection to Georgia Tech is also a big factor. The 3/2 program with GT seems like an amazing way to both get the HBCU experience and the big public research university experience.
What does she think about the single-sex aspect? On the one hand that might make Spelman even better since she won’t have to worry about gender discrimination. On the other hand, I wonder if Hampton devotes more resources to CS because it is more traditionally male …
Agreed. Also, as someone who has worked in recruitment, Spelman is always one of the most heavily sought campuses to go to for diverse candidates. Single-sex education is mitigated by its close proximity to Morehouse. Their career center is also one of the more responsive HBCUs (but that's another story).
Anonymous
10/20/2023 17:31
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Spellman, but with concerns about surrounding area.
Yes, PWIs have good schools in sketchy locations (Temple, UPenn, JHU, Tulane, etc.) but hood is hood.
Just saying.
Yes, PWIs have good schools in sketchy locations (Temple, UPenn, JHU, Tulane, etc.) but hood is hood.
Just saying.
Anonymous
10/20/2023 16:12
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Anonymous wrote:Anonymous wrote:I’m not ashamed to say that I make these kinds of decisions based on prestige … Spelman is a bigger name than Hampton, so that’s what I would advise. I think being in a major city and having the connection to Georgia Tech is also a big factor. The 3/2 program with GT seems like an amazing way to both get the HBCU experience and the big public research university experience.
What does she think about the single-sex aspect? On the one hand that might make Spelman even better since she won’t have to worry about gender discrimination. On the other hand, I wonder if Hampton devotes more resources to CS because it is more traditionally male …
Would agree. Spellman isn't really known for CS but does offer the HBCU experience. GA Tech however is a top 20 school for CS.
But she should definitely not settle for a bad CS department…
Anonymous
10/20/2023 16:11
Subject: Spelman or Hampton for black female interested in computer science?
Anonymous wrote:I’m not ashamed to say that I make these kinds of decisions based on prestige … Spelman is a bigger name than Hampton, so that’s what I would advise. I think being in a major city and having the connection to Georgia Tech is also a big factor. The 3/2 program with GT seems like an amazing way to both get the HBCU experience and the big public research university experience.
What does she think about the single-sex aspect? On the one hand that might make Spelman even better since she won’t have to worry about gender discrimination. On the other hand, I wonder if Hampton devotes more resources to CS because it is more traditionally male …
Would agree. Spellman isn't really known for CS but does offer the HBCU experience. GA Tech however is a top 20 school for CS.