Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Monica Martin becomes Fort Worth’s first Black woman deputy chief after earning her TCU EMBA, showcasing leadership and community impact.
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Robert Clark, Mississippi’s first Black lawmaker of the 20th century and longtime House Speaker Pro Tempore, dies at 96, leaving a legacy of civil rights and leadership.
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Laila Edwards, Team USA’s first Black woman, leads with talent and inspiration, winning awards, championships, and promoting hockey inclusivity.
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Tabitha Brown joins Clover as its first Chief Empowerment Officer, championing small business growth and community impact through her uplifting message and advocacy.
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Julian Abele Honored as Penn’s First Black Architecture Graduate and Visionary Behind Eisenlohr Hall
Julian Abele, Penn’s first Black architecture graduate, is honored for designing Eisenlohr Hall, celebrating his legacy as a trailblazer in architectural history.
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Former Congresswoman Mia Love faces a worsening brain cancer prognosis with strength and grace, inspiring many with her faith and resilience.
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Clemson gymnast Brie Clark makes history as the first collegiate athlete to land Simone Biles’ signature move, the Biles I, inspiring Black excellence in gymnastics.
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Gian Durand makes history as the first Black queen of ALLA’s 93-year Mardi Gras parade, honoring Dorothy Mae Taylor and celebrating diversity in New Orleans.
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Paul Tazewell dazzled Hollywood as the first Black man to win Best Costume Design at the 97th Academy Awards for Wicked. His win marks a significant milestone for diversity in film.
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Anna Bailey became one of the first Black showgirls in Las Vegas, performing at the Moulin Rouge and paving the way for Black entertainers.
Recent Posts
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- Jean-Pascal Zadi’s Netflix Series ‘Represent’ Imagines France’s First Black President
- South Africa Posthumously Awards Senior Counsel Title to Duma Nokwe, the Nation’s First Black Advocate of the Supreme Court
- At 100, William Greason Gets Honoured by Dartmouth for Trailblazing Career as Oklahoma’s First Black Pro Baseball Player
- Blue Plaque Salutes Jack Leslie, England’s First Black Football Call-Up, a Century After His Overdue Recognition
