Academia
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MyAngel Ross becomes the first student-athlete at Lithia Springs High School to sign a NIL deal, setting a new precedent for high school athletes in Georgia.
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Dr. Christon Arthur makes history as La Sierra University’s first Black president in 103 years, leading with a vision for inclusivity, growth, and excellence in higher education.
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Kevin Howell makes history as NC State’s first Black chancellor, bringing extensive leadership experience to guide the university through evolving challenges.
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Dr. Kudakwashe Tagwirei makes history as the first black recipient of the Global Award of Excellence for transforming education worldwide through the Bridging Gap Foundation.
Science
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NASA pioneer Dr. Mae Jemison, the first Black woman in space, will speak at University of Arkansas Fort Smith on April 9 about science and space exploration.
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Sebastien Beauzile becomes the first New Yorker cured of sickle cell anemia using Lyfgenia gene therapy, ending a lifetime of pain and offering hope to others.
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Wilmington honors Dr. Velma Scantlebury-White, the nation’s first Black female transplant surgeon, for her trailblazing career and dedication to health equity during Women’s History Month.
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Dr. Bernard Harris, the first African American in space, will be inducted into the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame on May 31, honoring his pioneering achievements in space exploration.
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Janina B. Simmons Set to Become the First Female Sergeant Major with a Ranger Tab in June 2025
Read More: Janina B. Simmons Set to Become the First Female Sergeant Major with a Ranger Tab in June 2025Master Sergeant Janina B. Simmons will make history in June 2025 as the first female Sergeant Major in the U.S. Army with a Ranger tab, marking a new milestone for women in the military.
Entertainment
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Rachel Hilson stars as the first Black female FBI agent in Duster, a high-stakes crime drama from J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan. Premiering May 15, 2025, on Max.
History
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Barbara Jordan, the first Black woman in the Texas Senate and first Black Texan in Congress, reshaped American politics with her powerful voice and civil rights leadership.
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Discover how Claudia H. Hampton, the first Black woman trustee in CSU, transformed education and expanded access for future generations.
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C.B. Claiborne, Duke’s first Black basketball player, fought for civil rights and transformed the university. A new documentary tells his powerful story.
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Discover how Elizabeth Catlett, the first Black woman to earn an MFA from the University of Iowa, used art to celebrate Black women’s strength and resilience.