Morgan Basics
What is Morgan State University’s mascot?
The Bear
What was Morgan State originally called?
Centenary Biblical Institute
This civil rights lawyer and Supreme Court Justice attended Morgan State.
Thurgood Marshall
What is the name of Morgan’s marching band?
The Magnificent Marching Machine
Morgan State is classified as what type of institution?
HBCU
What city is Morgan State located in?
Baltimore
What type of school was Morgan originally founded to be?
A school to train ministers
This comedian and actress (Precious, The Parkers) attended Morgan State.
Mo’Nique
What is a popular nickname for Morgan State?
The National Treasure
HBCUs like Morgan were created primarily to serve which group?
African Americans
What is Morgan State’s official motto?
Growing the Future, Leading the World
What religious group founded Morgan State?
Methodist Episcopal Church
This Baltimore pastor and activist attended Morgan State. (Hint: RHOP)
Jamal Bryant
What big event takes place during Freshmen Orientation?
Talent Show
This former Morgan State president is honored with a major campus building and played a key role in expanding the university’s growth and national reputation.
Earl S. Richardson
What athletic conference does Morgan State compete in?
MEAC
When did Morgan become a state-supported institution?
1939
What Alumni owns the McDonald's in Northwood Commons?
Brittney Bell
What is the name of the formal ceremony that marks the official beginning of a student’s academic journey at Morgan State?
Convocation
Morgan is known for producing many graduates in what major field?
Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning
In what year was Morgan State University founded?
1867
Who is Morgan State University named after?
Reverend Lyttleton Morgan
This journalist and White House correspondent is a Morgan alum.
April Ryan
What type of campus event is held to showcase academic research, innovation, and student scholarly work at Morgan State?
Research symposium / research day
Morgan State’s legacy is rooted in expanding access to higher education during and after what period in U.S. history?
Segregation / Jim Crow era