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.
Recent Posts
- Kenneth W. Jenkins Sworn in as Westchester’s First African American County Executive, Vows to Unite and Build a Stronger Community
- President Holland Meets Jean Augustine, Canada’s First Black Woman Elected to Parliament, to Discuss Empowering Young Women
- Shaundel Washington-Spivey Takes Office as La Crosse’s First Black and Openly LGBTQ Mayor, Pledging Unity and Inclusion
- Thomas P. Brooks Honored on the 100th Anniversary of His Historic Appointment as Yonkers’ First Black Police Officer
- Kelly Major Green Breaks Barriers as Detroit Athletic Club’s First Black Woman on the Board
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Shaundel Washington-Spivey Takes Office as La Crosse’s First Black and Openly LGBTQ Mayor, Pledging Unity and Inclusion
Read More: Shaundel Washington-Spivey Takes Office as La Crosse’s First Black and Openly LGBTQ Mayor, Pledging Unity and InclusionShaundel Washington-Spivey has become La Crosse’s first Black and openly LGBTQ mayor, promising unity and inclusion for all residents.
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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Discover Una Marson, the pioneering Jamaican writer who became the BBC’s first Black female employee and transformed radio with “Caribbean Voices” while fighting for racial equality and women’s rights.
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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.