About
As Florida’s oldest historically Black university (HBCU), Edward Waters University (EWU) in Jacksonville is best known for its rich heritage of empowering diverse scholars through a supportive, faith-based learning environment. Undergraduates thrive in the university's strongest and most popular programs, which include Criminal Justice, Business Administration, and Biology, all supported by a faculty dedicated to individual mentorship. The vibrant campus culture is anchored by spirited NCAA Division II athletic events, the legendary "Triple Threat" marching band, and active student organizations that foster a tight-knit family atmosphere. What truly sets EWU apart is its dual legacy as Florida's first independent institution of higher learning and its deep-seated commitment to social justice, community service, and urban revitalization.
Wikipedia:Edward Waters University is a private Christian historically Black university in Jacksonville, Florida. It was founded in 1866 by members of the African Methodist Episcopal Church as a school to educate freedmen and their children. It was the first independent institution of higher education and the first historically black college in the State of Florida. It continues to be affiliated with the AME Church and is a member of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida.
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- BaseballMen's
- BasketballMen's · Women's
- FootballMen's
- GolfWomen's
- SoccerWomen's
- SoftballWomen's
- TennisWomen's
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)Men's · Women's
- VolleyballMen's · Women's
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