Academic Partners

Center Co-Leads

Logo of Lincoln University featuring a stylized "LU" symbol and the university name in bold blue text, along with the founding year "1866" above the name.
The logo features a golden statue in a heroic pose, with the words "TUSKEGEE" prominently displayed above "UNIVERSITY" in red.
Logo of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff featuring a clock tower and the year 1873.
Logo features a dome structure above the text "University of Maryland Eastern Shore" in maroon and grey. The design combines traditional elements with modern typography, emphasizing the educational institution's identity.
Logo featuring the letters "VSU" in blue, with "Virginia State" in orange beneath. The design incorporates a stylized font, emphasizing the university's identity.
Green and orange logo featuring a stylized tree with a curved trunk and branches, alongside the text “New York State” in bold green letters. The design emphasizes nature and sustainability themes.
Logo of Fort Valley State University, featuring a clock tower and the text “Since 1895” above the university name.
Logo features the letters "A&T" in gold and blue, with the full text "North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University" prominently displayed.
Logo featuring a torch with rays in the background, surrounded by a circular border. Text includes "1890 Center of Excellence," "Student Success and Workforce Development," and "Growing a Diverse Agricultural Workforce." Colors are orange, black, and…

1890 Partners

The 1890 Land-Grant Universities Foundation and the 19 universities designated with land-grant status under the Morrill Act of 1890 are partners in the 1890 Center of Excellence to Motivate and Educate for Achievement (The MEA Center of Excellence).