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Daniel Alexander Payne: First Black President Of A U.S. College
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In 1863, Daniel Alexander Payne became the first black president of a U.S. college. Click the link to learn more.
Brad Lomax: Unsung Hero Of Civil Rights And Disability Rights
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Brad Lomax was a disability rights advocate whose leadership was instrumental in ensuring the accessibility of public spaces for people…
Sandra Bland’s Mother Speaks!
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Black History: Special Delivery!! Sandra Bland's mother shared these powerful word at today's press conference. To see the full video…
Well Behaved Women Seldom Make History! -Laurel Thatcher Ulrich
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You Know About Venus & Serena: But What About Margaret & Matilda?
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Black History: Special Delivery!! Long before Venus and Serena Williams came to dominate in the sport of tennis, Margaret and…
Dr. Samuel Achilefu: Inventor of Cancer Detection Goggles
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Black History: Special Delivery!! Dr. Samuel Achilefu Nigerian born, Dr. Samuel Achilefu is the Director of Optical Radiology at the Washington…
Trivia Answer: What state is named after a mythical African ruler?
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The state that is named after a mythical African ruler is California! It is named after African Goddess, "Queen Califia". …
Black Mail Trivia: One Question Quiz
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Black History: Special Delivery Take the Black Mail "One Question Quiz". No cheating! Don't google the answer or try to…
Atlanta Compromise: Booker T. Washington’s Solution To The “Negro Problem”
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Black History: Special Delivery!! On September 18, 1895, Booker T. Washington delivered his famous "Atlanta Compromise" speech at the…
Dr. Jane Cooke-Wright: Cancer Treatment Pioneer
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Black History: Special Delivery!! Dr.Jane Wright was an African American oncologist who, along with her father, Dr. Louis Wright conducted…
May Miller: Quote
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Claudia Gordon: 1st African American Female Deaf Lawyer
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Black History: Special Delivery!! Claudia Gordon, Esq., is believed to be the first deaf lawyer who is African American and…