Category: Academia
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The inspiring journey of Essynce Moore, the first Black teen author to pen a 3-book series, “The Middle School Chronicles,” now mandatory reading in school districts nationwide.
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The inspiring journey of Da’Vion Tatum, the groundbreaking first Black male valedictorian at Westfield High School in Houston, Texas. With over $700,000 in scholarships, Tatum achieved acceptance into 11 top universities, ultimately choosing Harvard for dual concentrations in…
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The incredible journey of the “Magnificent Seven,” pioneering Black women who courageously integrated Dublin High School in 1965. Discover their sacrifices, the transformative impact on the school, and the long-overdue recognition at the Dublin Honors Ball.
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The inspiring journey of Captain Barrington Irving, the youngest pilot to solo-fly around the world, as he pioneers the Barrington Irving Technical Training School (BITTS) in Miami. Uncover the story of BITTS, offering tuition-free aviation education to uplift…
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Dr. Tamia Potter makes history as the first Black woman neurosurgery resident at Vanderbilt University Medical Center after a 148-year wait. Explore her inspiring journey from HBCU graduate to a coveted spot in the highly competitive Vanderbilt neurosurgery…
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The inspiring journey of Miona Short, the first Black woman to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in astrophysics from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read about her childhood dreams of the stars, the historic 100-year milestone, and how…
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The historic moment as 17-year-old senior Amber Wilsondebriano is crowned the first Black homecoming queen at Porter-Gaud School in Charleston, South Carolina, breaking a 155-year tradition.
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Tthe inspiring journey of Abraham Buckner, who has made history as the first Black valedictorian in the 156-year history of St. Teresa High School in Decatur, Illinois. Delve into Abraham’s story of discipline and drive as he achieved…
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The remarkable journey of Professor Joseph Kwasi Agyemang, the first person globally to achieve three distinct PhDs in Accounting. Overcoming financial challenges and earning the nickname “Africa,” he now stands as a pioneering Black scholar at the University…
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Explore the journey of Timi Adelakun, the first Black valedictorian at South Broward High School, achieving a record-breaking GPA of 5.6045. Learn about his acceptance into 8 top-tier universities, choosing Pomona College with a full scholarship.
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