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Hampton University Bans Dreadlocks

Hampton University's ban on a hairstyle - dreadlocks - is down right comical. I know it has been in effect for a decade now but really it's time for Hampton to reflect and reverse this policy. The focus should not be on a hairstyle, it should be on proper grooming. To classify people with dreadlocks as unkept and unprofessional is to perpetuate self hate and self denial - two things that an HBCU should not promote.

I have worked in corporate settings, in management for well respected companies at the top of their industries. My hair has NEVER been a barrier.  It seems that what Hampton wants to teach young African-Americans is that they must assimilate completely in order to be accepted in corporate America. Shame on Hampton. If you are going to be denied a job because you are Black, trust me, your hairstyle won't matter.