As the national debate over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies intensifies, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are emerging as a vital refuge and launchpad for Black students and students of color across the country. With many predominantly white institutions (PWIs) now dismantling or limiting DEI initiatives—and even eliminating merit scholarships tied to those programs—HBCUs are experiencing a moment of resurgence. This is more than a shift in enrollment trends; it is a renewed recognition of the cultural, academic, and societal significance of institutions built by and for the Black community.