Predominantly Black Chicago State University Partners With a Nigerian University

chicago-stateChicago State University has entered into an agreement with Edwin Clark University in the Delta State of Nigeria. Under the agreement, the two universities will participate in student exchange programs. African Americans make up about three quarters of the undergraduate student body at Chicago State.

Angela Henderson, provost at Chicago State University, stated, “”This is a great opportunity. We look forward to bringing authentic academic and global experiences to both universities while working with the instructional program towards successful student outcomes.””

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