Black land-grant institutions have undergone dramatic changes in the last two decades, being forced to reevaluate their missions, develop new student recruitment strategies, and forge new relationships with predominantly White colleges and state legislatures in an effort to survive and to serve their clientele. (MSE)

Oral Roberts University is facing a crisis in credibility because of mismanagement and scandal, and financial support of the university and the many related enterprises has dropped drastically. Financial problems and a declining reputation have caused the departure of some faculty and students. (MSE)