First coed and racially integrated college in the South Crossword Clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "First coed and racially integrated college in the South" is Berea College (5 letters). It is a private liberal arts work college in Berea, Kentucky. Founded in 1855, Berea College was the first college in the Southern United States to be coeducational and racially integrated.

Berea College was founded by John Gregg Fee, an abolitionist and educator. Fee believed that education should be available to all people, regardless of race or gender. He also believed that work was essential to learning, and so Berea College has a work-study program that requires all students to work part-time to help pay for their education.

Berea College has a long history of social activism. In the 19th century, the college was a safe haven for runaway slaves. In the 20th century, the college was a leader in the fight for civil rights. Today, Berea College continues to be a diverse and inclusive institution that is committed to providing a high-quality education to all students.

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