Robert Smith and Michael Lomax on HBCUs: The Path to Prosperity

Robert Smith and Michael Lomax on HBCUs: The Path to Prosperity

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The video discusses the impact of Robert's debt forgiveness for Morehouse students, highlighting their career advancements and financial freedom. It also addresses the need for sustainable contributions to HBCUs, with significant donations from Mackenzie Scott and federal support. The video further explores diversity challenges in industries, emphasizing the need for systemic changes to improve hiring and retention of black talent.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What opportunities have been made possible for students due to the absence of student debt?

Traveling abroad

Pursuing further education and starting businesses

Investing in cryptocurrency

Buying luxury cars

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was a significant donor to HBCUs, contributing to a large portion of the donations?

Bill Gates

Mackenzie Scott

Warren Buffett

Oprah Winfrey

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenges did HBCUs face during the COVID pandemic?

Increased tuition fees

Loss of enrollment and shutting down

Lack of online resources

Decreased faculty numbers

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a critical issue in industries like financial services and technology?

Overrepresentation of African Americans

High employee turnover

Lack of diversity and underrepresentation of minorities

Excessive government regulation

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What systemic change is needed in industries to support underrepresented groups?

Reconstructing hiring practices and creating new opportunities

Offering more vacation days

Increasing salaries

Reducing work hours