This paper presents an indepth analysis of Craig v. Alabama State University (ASU), a lawsuit involving charges of reverse discrimination in employment against a historical black college. The plaintiff, who felt that the nonrenewal of his contract was due to his race, won his suit against ASU for himself and all other whites similarly situated. The paper discusses the use of race in the Constitution, the current position of black colleges, the case itself, the decree, and the remedy. It concludes that ASU's administration refused to adequately defend the college's position and that the court failed to recognize the special mission of historical black colleges. If the case can still be appealed and won, the paper notes, black colleges will be allowed to consider race in the hiring of their faculty. Otherwise, if Craig is fully implemented, it could mean the death of historical black colleges. (Author/LD)