Queens’ Royal Blog (Jordan Riles, Miss Savannah State University 2010-2011)

Dear Subscribers/Readers,

On behalf of the entire Queens Coalition comprised of all Queens reigning throughout the Historically Black Colleges & Universities, I would like to express the importance of pride that each individual must instill in the existence of their College and University. When asked, “What is the relevance of the HBCU today?” We must have others realize that the education of African Americans and opportunities for higher education were first provided in these very institutions. They were superbly relevant then, and should never lose their relevancy because they set a foundation for many leaders today. Many freedoms available to us now would not be so without the HBCU. We must still recognize the purpose they first served and continue to honor the administration’s steadfastness.

As for the establishment of the Queen as the chief ambassador of each University, this is a part of tradition that holds such beautiful memory and implements programs to allow students and staff as well as alumni to embrace the greater existence of the University. It’s best when this queen is able to get down and dirty to work for the common good of her peers and those who came before and will come after her time, as a mega mark on the university’s credibility. In addition to that, she can gracefully represent all who are under her governance.

HBCU Pride Nation is an outlet through which students of Historically Black institutions will unify and reaffirm the purpose and importance of their colleges and universities. Together, we will discover, if not share why we first chose to be where we are now and for some of us, our places of attendance came about as a happenstance, but we have worked to make the best of our experiences, especially those of us who are student leaders. Stay tuned for more enlightening information on what this publication has to offer, as well as what you can offer to it.

Sincerely & With Institutional Pride,

Jordan Riles, Miss Savannah State University 2010-2011