Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Discover how John Reed became Killeen’s first Black radio broadcaster in 1970, shaping Central Texas media and inspiring future generations.
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Discover the inspiring journey of Alan Thacker Busby, UConn’s first Black graduate, who became a scholar, military veteran, and professor, leaving a lasting legacy in education.
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Curtis Massey, Oakland’s first Black mayor, championed growth, homeownership, and community prosperity. His leadership and generosity shaped the town’s future.
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Discover how Wilton Gregory made history as the first Black cardinal and Washington’s first Black archbishop, shaping the Catholic Church with faith and justice.
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Gary Ham, U.Va.’s first Black varsity football player, broke barriers amid racism and found purpose in ministry, leaving a legacy of courage and faith.
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UT Law honors Virgil C. Lott, its first Black graduate, who became Austin’s first Black judge and a champion for civil rights, with a special medal presentation.
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Anne Collins Smith makes history as the new chief curator at the New Orleans Museum of Art, bringing expertise in African American art and innovative leadership to NOMA.
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Bridgette Williams leads Kansas City’s Heavy Constructors Association as its first Black woman CEO, driving major projects forward and creating new opportunities.
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John W. Porter, EMU’s first Black president, led the university through crisis, expanding enrollment and academic programs during his transformative Decade of Advancement.
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Dr. Rose Delores Gibbs, MUSC’s first Black woman medical graduate, shared her inspiring journey at the 2024 commencement. Learn about her groundbreaking career and lasting impact on global health and community service.
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- How Thomas Jennings Pioneered Dry Cleaning and Became the First Black American to Secure a U.S. Patent
- Vivica A. Fox Blazed a Trail as Hollywood’s First Black Female U.S. President in a Live-Action Film—A Milestone That Still Inspires!
- Edward McKnight Brawley, the First Black Graduate of Bucknell, Opened Doors for Generations of Black Scholars 150 Years Ago
- George Taliaferro Made History in 1949 as the First Black Player Drafted into the NFL by the Chicago Bears
