The illustrious Clark Atlanta University received its very own dunks! Nike dropped their Nike Dunk Low “CAU” shoes. Fellow alum Heather Haynes designed the school-colored theme dunks. The upper portion has a white leather base with black overlays and red accents. The shoelaces are printed with the school’s motto, “Find A Way Or Make One.” The school’s panthers logo is seen on the tongue and translucent outsole. On the inside of the tongue, you’ll notice “Clark College” written, which matches the insoles. The back of the heel tab features “1988” embroidery, a nod to the year when Clark College merged with Atlanta University to form Clark Atlanta University.
Unfortunately, the highly coveted sneaker isn’t an easy snag. Only current students with their school ID can purchase the shoes with a limit on purchases. Earlier, WishATL held a raffle for former panthers, but you must be in Atlanta physically. However, the exclusive kicks are expected to drop sometime during the middle of the week (Oct 12th) via SNKRS.
Hail CAU
In 1988, Clark College and Atlanta University consolidated, forming Clark Atlanta University. Established in 1865 by the American Missionary Association, Atlanta University was the nation’s first institution to award African-American graduate degrees. Founded in 1869, Clark College was the nation’s first four-year liberal arts college to serve African-Americans primarily. Today, CAU is the largest institution and only university in the Atlanta University Center (AUC). In addition, it is the largest of the 37-member UNCF institutions.
