During the days of segregation, there was not a place of higher learning for African Americans. They were simply not welcome in many of the traditional schools. And from this backward policy grew the network of historical black colleges and… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
Typically, historical black colleges and universities like Delaware State, attracted students who were raised in an environment where going to college wasn't the next natural step after high school. — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
And the university's reputation will only continue to grow as stories like Elaine's are spread. Delaware State University's motto 'a past to honor, a… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
Upon arriving, meeting their teachers and signing up for classes, these students began to realize that their attendance at Delaware State University was not… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
Getting to where Delaware State is today was a challenge my friends - a challenge proudly met by the people of this community and… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
They were often the first students in their family to go to college and the very idea of higher education was still foreign to… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
The teachers were focused on helping these students. The students benefited from hands-on teaching and a faculty who cared about them and their success… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
Delaware State began as a school bent on service - teaching education, social services and nursing. — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
Lance Armstrong, the famous cyclist and more importantly, cancer survivor, has said 'if you ever get a second chance for something, you've got to… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
When Delaware State University was founded in 1890, it was not by choice, but by social reality. — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
By climbing a steeper road, the value and appreciation Delaware State students took and continue to take from their education and their experiences is… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
We have long honored those who gave their lives during the unfortunate reality of war. — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
These ivy league students are in the upper echelon of the college boards and had great opportunity in front of them regardless of where… — Michael N. Castle Copy Share Image
