Author: Yaw Agbey
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Brittany Cameron, the first Black woman associate head coach, led Wake Forest women’s soccer to its first national title match in 2024.
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Tiffanie N. Harrison, the first Black president of Round Rock ISD’s board, shares her journey from teacher to leader and her vision for the district’s future.
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Dr. Joyce Brown, the first African American woman president of the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), led the institution through 26 years of transformation, combining fashion, technology, and innovation. Her leadership empowered future fashion leaders and brought diversity…
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Discover the inspiring journey of Denny Mendez, the first Black Miss Italy, who challenged beauty standards and excelled on the global stage.
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Dawn Staley makes history with a $25 million contract extension at South Carolina, becoming the highest-paid coach in women’s basketball. Her impressive achievements on and off the court set a new standard in WBB.
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Keke Palmer and SZA star in One of Them Days, the first Black female-led comedy in six years. The film tops box office charts, earning $11.6 million.
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Discover how Dr. Barbara Ross-Lee, the first Black woman dean of a U.S. medical school, reshaped medical education and inspired generations.
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Explore the legacy of Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller, the first Black woman with a national art commission. Discover her groundbreaking sculptures that shaped history.
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Shalanda Young made history as the first Black woman to lead the U.S. budget. Reflecting on her accomplishments, she discusses her leadership, priorities, and lasting impact on American families.
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Discover how I. Stephanie Boyce transformed inclusion in law as the first woman of colour to lead the Law Society, championing diversity and equality.
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