During the ongoing war in Ukraine, the country has been receiving  support from American companies and citizens. Last week, Hampton University an Historically Black college and University announced its plan to offer aid by offering free room, board, and tuition to Ukrainian and international students.

After spending the summer at the school, Ukrainian and international students will have the option to stay at HU for regular tuition and fees once the summer semester is over according to NBC 12.

“The collective Hampton University faculty, staff and students are heartbroken because the war-torn country of Ukraine must deal with atrocities like the bombing of maternity wards, hospitals, and other civilian areas,” Dr. Harvey said. “I think this partnership is something that can be beneficial to a great number of students and families. My entire career has been focused on helping people to achieve and meet their goals.”

The school announced similar agreement offered to students from the University of the Bahamas in 2019 after apart of their campus was destroyed in a hurricane.

A few HU alumni weren’t pleased with the decision and went on social media to vent their frustration.

“Tomorrow, every person who cares about the safety of black students at #hamptonuniversity need to call Dr. Harvey office and demand they rescind this offer immediately or the alumni will not give back or attend homecoming this year,” one alumnus wrote.

“I attend @_HamptonU now, and I recently took out $10,500 loan to pay my remaining balance, I am beyond livid about what they are doing,” another person wrote. “I am in the process of sending an email to the president and seeking legal options. I could use that money, and other students like me.”

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