Author: Yaw Agbey
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The remarkable story of Leslie Garland Bolling, the first Black artist to be featured in a single-artist exhibition in Virginia. Learn about his journey as a self-taught wood sculptor, his celebrated “Days of the Week” series, and his…
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All about Dr. Travis J. Bristol’s historic election as the first African-American Chair of the NBPTS Board of Directors. Explore his extensive experience in education, research, and policy, and his commitment to advancing teacher certification and diversity in…
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How Rihanna made fashion history as the first Black woman to front a Dior campaign. Learn about her iconic role as a brand ambassador and the filming of the cinematic Secret Garden campaign at the Palace of Versailles.
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All about Eunice Carter, one of the first Black women prosecutors in America, who left a solid legacy in the criminal justice system of the 1930s. Discover how she played a pivotal role in taking down notorious mob…
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How Toto Bissainthe made history by establishing the first Black theatre company in Paris, Les Griots, in 1956. Discover her enduring legacy as a Haitian artist and theatre trailblazer, providing a platform for Black actors and stories in…
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History has been made in the state of Louisiana’s U.S. Western District Court. Attorney Jerry Edwards Jr. recently became the first ever African American federal judge to serve this judicial district after his confirmation by the Senate. Blazing…
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The inspiring story of Mary Jane Patterson, the first Black woman to earn a bachelor’s degree in 1862. Learn about her journey from slavery to academic excellence at Oberlin College, where she overcame barriers to pursue higher education
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Read about Victoria Monét’s historic Grammys win as the first female R&B artist to win Best New Artist since Alicia Keys in 2002. Explore her emotional acceptance speech and unprecedented success with awards for Best R&B Album and…
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Burna Boy’s historic Grammy performance, where he became the first African artist to grace the Grammy Main Stage with his electrifying Afrobeats set. Discover his journey to global fame, from his critically acclaimed “Outside” album to his Billboard…
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TTyla Seethal, Grammy Award, Best African Performance, South African artist, Water song, African music, Youngest Grammy winner, TikTok sensation, Billboard Hot 100, Global music superstar
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