First things first, we love Keisha Clark! Keisha Clark is a high-achieving track star from Los Angeles with her sights set on attending Howard University in Mara Brock Akil’s “Forever,” now playing on Netflix. As a modern reimagining of Judy Blume’s iconic 1975 novel, “Forever” centers Black teenage life in a refreshingly intimate and culturally expansive way. But this is not just a love story between two teenagers, it’s also a love letter to ambition, identity, and the institutions that help shape Black futures. “Keisha’s dreams of attending Howard are more than academic aspirations; they represent her pursuit of a space where Black excellence is the norm,” writes Caleb Robinson. The inclusion of Howard University as Keisha’s dream school is a powerful narrative choice. “It highlights the draw of a place known for Black excellence, culture, and community, and could definitely spark more interest in the school from viewers who connect with that vision,” said Howard Associate Dire...