Advertise & Recruit on HBCU CONNECT The #1 way to reach the HBCU community — 300K+ monthly visitors & 1.5M members View the Media Kit →
Quick Search

Active Bloggers

HBCU CONNECT HBCU CONNECT
Central State University class of 1995
Joel Savage Joel Savage
class of 1993
P C P C
class of
Reginald Culpepper Reginald Culpepper
Clark Atlanta University class of 1998
Will Moss Will Moss
Hampton University class of 1995
LaMarr Blackmon LaMarr Blackmon
Cal St Univ, Long Beach class of 1992
Beverly Johnson Beverly Johnson
class of
Randi Payton Randi Payton
University of the District of Columbia class of 1982
David Lewis David Lewis
Morgan State University class of 1973

Fashion and black campuses (cont'd)

Fashion and black campuses (cont
Posted By: Christian Hills on June 16, 2005


This is another question for you all...Does dressing well effect you performance in school? In other words...does looking good make you feel good and help you work harder?
If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email!
Comments
Please Login To Post Comments...
Email:
Password:

 
Alise P.
Florida A&M University class of 2007
Me personally it doesnt affect my attitude because clothes never make the person know what I mean. Its all in the head. Now when it comes to dressing for success then that rule bends a little just because of the society we are in today. Of course everyone had certain outfits that boost you confidence i mean it's human nature. Especially with us black women. But yeah i would its only natural to fel good when you gotta bangin outfit on and your hair and ya nails done. DIVA 4 Life. peace
Thursday, June 16th 2005 at 6:58PM
Jimmie Lee Gibson Jr.
Norfolk State University class of 2006
As much as I like to walk into a room and feel good about the way I look, I trust my abilities regardless of what I'm wearing. I feel if I'm going to do well, I can do it whether I'm wearing a suit or sweats and those old shoes I use to do yard work in. I do feel good when I look nice, but I don't think it affects my performance. Of course I like to be dressed appropriately for whatever situation I'm in, but if I'm just going to class then my brain is the most important thing I'm taking with me. So if I succeed it's because I was prepared for what I was doing and not because I felt good about how I looked.
Thursday, June 16th 2005 at 8:38PM
Leslie Howze
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania class of 2009
I don't necessarily think that clothes can help u perform better in school. it might give you the confidence you nedd to do good in school, but I can tell you one thing, regardless of what school u go to, especailly a black college, the peope are goin to dress their asses off! It's just the lifestyle that most youngblack youth go by in today's society. People like looking good and feeling good. Another thing is that people are afraid to express their sense of individuality and originality so you tend to see new fashion trends popping up everywhere. As a fashion design student, I pay close attention to what I wear and what others are wearing
Friday, June 17th 2005 at 2:28AM
Adrian Jackson
Hampton University class of 2014
let me answer your question with a question. How do u feel about dressing well and your performance? By the look of your picture u seem to enjoy looking good and also by the look of your past activities u dont seem like u have too much struggle with success. I feel that looking good shows others your capibilities in whatever u do. By walking in to a classroom decently dressed one can feel good about themselves but shows to others that u can look the part but only u can walk the walk.
Friday, June 17th 2005 at 9:13PM
WILLIAM W. HEMMANS III
Florida A&M University class of 1995
Yes the way I dress and especially having a haircut weekly definetly has an affect on the way I feel, perform, function etc.
Thursday, October 27th 2005 at 7:22PM
More From This Author
Latest Blogs
Honey fraud exposed: How fake honey is threatening global beekeeping

Honey fraud exposed: How fake honey is threatening global beekeeping

An image of a beekeeper holding a honeycomb frame under soft natural light, with bees visible, representing authenticity and the global fight against honey fraud. Honey has always been one of hum ...more
Joel Savage • 2 Views • August 28th, 2026
Climate change reshapes global power, wealth, energy and security now!

Climate change reshapes global power, wealth, energy and security now!

A photo showing global maps, energy infrastructure and mineral resources, demonstrating how climate change is reshaping power, wealth and security worldwide. Climate change is no longer just an e ...more
Joel Savage • 83 Views • August 27th, 2026
Award Winning Soul Artist OMAR WILSON & Acclaimed Singer Beth Release single

Award Winning Soul Artist OMAR WILSON & Acclaimed Singer Beth Release single "Don't Pull Away"

@BETH #BETH @OMARWILSON!#OMARWILSON New Single "Don't Pull Away" https://youtu.be/YOwwKvBXmfU?is=_JDpdpmkea6ijg9Z Hype Magazine Article Link. https://www.thehypemagazine.com/2026/08/19/omar-w ...more
LaMarr Blackmon • 235 Views • August 25th, 2026
R&B Veteran CHERRELLE Is Back With Inspiring Heartfelt Single

R&B Veteran CHERRELLE Is Back With Inspiring Heartfelt Single "This Time".

@CHERRELLE #CHERRELLE With much anticipation, Yon Ti Entertainment proudly announces the release of CHERRELLE’s inspiring new single, "This Time", arriving on all digital platforms August 21st. Kn ...more
LaMarr Blackmon • 112 Views • August 25th, 2026
Gaza’s children & mothers: Amputations, unsafe births, and the silent global failure

Gaza’s children & mothers: Amputations, unsafe births, and the silent global failure

Photo: A scene showing amputee Palestinian children and a sad pregnant woman in Gaza receiving limited medical care amid rubble and global neglect. Gaza today stands as one of the most dangerous pl ...more
Joel Savage • 118 Views • August 25th, 2026
Popular Blogs
Divorce in America in 2009 – What’s love got to do, got to do with it?

Divorce in America in 2009 – What’s love got to do, got to do with it?

Join Brother Marcus and the cast and the crew of the Brother Marcus Show live this Sunday evening on February 1, 2009 @ 8:00 p.m. for another hot topic in our community! “Divorce in America in 2009 ...more
Brother Marcus! • 73,197,373 Views • January 27th, 2009
VISINE ALERT!!!

VISINE ALERT!!!

Seemingly innocent medication such as Visine eyedrops are used by people to concoct a mixture with similar effects as a date-rape drug. When mixed with alcohol and taken orally, the eyedrops can l ...more
Siebra Muhammad • 122,124 Views • May 23rd, 2009

"Chain Hang Low" check out the real meaning of the Lyrics!

Recently there is a new artist out of Saint Louis that goes by the name JIBBS. Jibbs debut single "Chain hang low" has a history that most people are not aware of. The particular nursery rhyme that th ...more
Tyhesha Judge-Fogle • 80,647 Views • November 9th, 2006
HBCU Marketplace Gifts: Divine 9 Premium Fraternity / Sorority Playing Cards

HBCU Marketplace Gifts: Divine 9 Premium Fraternity / Sorority Playing Cards

Vendor: Charles Jones Item Price: $20.00 Price Includes Shipping: Yes - Shipping Included Item Description: Pantheon Series - Divine 9 - Premium Playing Cards (choose Gold Series or Silve ...more
Hija Chang • 64,142 Views • December 2nd, 2018
Black College Student Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Kissing a White Girl

Black College Student Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Kissing a White Girl

Albert N. Wilson, a former University of Kansas student, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison and a lifetime of probation after being convicted by an all-white jury of raping a white teen girl. Bu ...more
Will Moss • 57,023 Views • June 4th, 2020
Please Give Us a Like on Facebook!
Featured Members