HBCUs across the country are already under attack from funding disparities to systemic challenges that threaten our institutions. But what happens when the attack isn’t just external, but comes from within?

At Elizabeth City State University, We the student body, are facing neglect and unjust treatment from the very offices that are supposed to advocate for us. Instead of fostering a thriving student experience, we are witnessing:
• A lack of student events that diminish campus life and engagement.
• Unfair treatment of Greek organizations, which are pillars of leadership, community service, and culture on this campus.
• A disconnect between student needs and administrative action, leaving us unheard and unrepresented.
• Fear of retaliation for speaking out, which silences students who simply want to improve their university.

We attend an HBCU, a space that should uplift, empower, and protect its students. Yet, we find ourselves fighting against our own institution for the experience we deserve. How can we take pride in our school if our school does not take pride in us?

This petition is not just about students not being happy or just wanting to complain .Its about respect, accountability, and the future of our university. If student voices continue to be ignored, we risk losing the very culture and spirit that make HBCUs like ECSU unique and powerful.