10 Books Every Black College Student Should Read

As students head back to school, it’s the perfect time to explore literature that educates, inspires, and empowers. For Black college students, these 10 essential books offer insight into the Black experience, history, and personal growth:

1. “The Souls of Black Folk” by W.E.B. Du Bois
A foundational text on race, exploring the challenges of post-Civil War America and the concept of “double consciousness.”

2. “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Written as a letter to his son, Coates reflects on race and identity in America.

3. “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston
A powerful novel about self-discovery, love, and independence.

4. “The Fire Next Time” by James Baldwin
Baldwin’s essays on race relations and the need for social change.

5. “Americanah” by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
A novel exploring immigration, race, and identity through the story of a Nigerian woman.

6. “How to Be an Antiracist” by Ibram X. Kendi
A guide for understanding and combating racism in all forms.

7. “The Autobiography of Malcolm X” by Malcolm X and Alex Haley
A powerful account of Malcolm X’s life and philosophies on Black empowerment.

8. “Sister Outsider” by Audre Lorde
Essays exploring intersectionality and identity politics.

9. “The Warmth of Other Suns” by Isabel Wilkerson
Chronicles the Great Migration and its impact on America.

10. “Hood Feminism” by Mikki Kendall
A critique of mainstream feminism, advocating for an intersectional approach.

These books provide valuable lessons on race, identity, and empowerment for Black students navigating college life.

Source: BET