Bowie State University is a public historically Black university (HBCU) and the oldest historically Black institution in Maryland, founded in 1865 in Bowie in Prince George's County near the Washington, D.C. metro area. Serving approximately 6,000 students, BSU is a member of the University System of Maryland and is known for its strong programs in computer science, education, nursing, business, and social work. The Bulldogs compete in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA). BSU's location near the nation's capital provides exceptional professional and internship opportunities…