Question:

To what degree do the sentiments expressed by Langston Hughes in his essay "Cowards from the Colleges" still apply to the atmosphere surrounding the education of African Americans at Morgan today?  Do the school's stated mission and actual practices support or contradict Hughes's claims?  Be as specific as possible, taking into consideration as many different aspects of your experience of Morgan up until this point as possible:  residence halls, dining halls, classrooms, administration (deans, president, Montebello, Honors program), etc..  You may refer to any of the readings we have had so far, including Washington, Du Bois, and Hughes.  Please, however, be as clear as possible in your citation of any sources.  You are also encouraged to be as specific as possible in the details you introduce to support your claims.

• Paper must be typed, double-spaced, and include an outline (which does not count toward the 800-word minimum).
• Be sure your thesis is clear and precise and that your supporting evidence is adequate and effective.
• Also be sure to eliminate all mechanical errors and to use spellcheck, both with your computer and your own eyes.
• Look at the sample outline here  (keeping in mind that your outline will be double-spaced).
• An example of Essay Format can be found in the sample paper on our web page  (Keep in mind that your essay will be double-spaced).
• Do NOT use a cover page, please !