Dr. Wes Bellamy on All Things HBCU: Homecoming, Basketball Tournament Returning to Charlotte, & Culture
Description
In this Dai By Dai Podcast Episode, we sat down with Dr. Wes Bellamy, an HBCU alumnus and advocate, City Council Member of Charlottesville, VA, and Political Science Chair at Virginia State University, to dive into the rich history and vibrant culture of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
We talk about the significance of HBCU homecomings, the biggest takeaways of attending and graduating from HBCUs, the community atmosphere, and how these events have become a cultural phenomenon. Plus, get the inside scoop on the highly anticipated return of the HBCU Basketball Tournament, Black College Invitational Championship (BCIC) to Charlotte! Wes also speaks on the importance and duties of being a girl dad, as a father of 3 girls.
Whether you're an HBCU grad, a fan, or just curious about the experience, this is a conversation you don't want to miss. Tune in to celebrate Black excellence, community, and tradition!
⏰ Time Codes
(4:00 ) Growing Up / Childhood
(14:44 ) Charlottesville, VA
(22:00 ) Bowie State vs Virginia State Rivalry
(26:45 ) GOAT of HBCU Homecomings
(30:55 ) Attending HBCUs
(46:10 ) Black College Invitational Championship
(1:01:50 ) Being a Girl Dad
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