Category: Academia
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Dr. Sonya Smith breaks new ground as the first Black woman appointed to lead Howard University’s prestigious Research Institute for Tactical Autonomy (RITA), paving the way for diversity in STEM fields.
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Dr. Frances Osamor, the first Black female PhD holder in Computer Science and Engineering, champions educational reform in Nigeria, calling for increased funding, addressing brain drain, and introducing successful practices from the US.
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Mississippi State University honors John L. Barnes, the first Black graduate, at a prestigious event celebrating trailblazers in the university’s history. The Dr. Richard Holmes-John Barnes Brunch pays tribute to these pioneers.
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Jeannine Payne, the trailblazing first Black principal of Philadelphia’s renowned Masterman School, is set to take on a new challenge – revitalizing Strawberry Mansion High School in North Philadelphia.
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Explore the inspiring story of Cleve McDowell, the first Black law student at the University of Mississippi, who became a civil rights champion and justice reformer, breaking barriers and fighting for equal justice.
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Sonia Dinnall’s appointment as Springfield’s first Black woman superintendent marks a historic milestone, signaling a commitment to equity and empowerment in education. Learn about her trailblazing journey and vision for the future of Springfield’s educational system.
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Explore the groundbreaking achievements of Jesmyn Ward, the first woman and first Black American to win two National Book Awards. Through her powerful storytelling, Ward amplifies the voices of marginalized communities and pushes the boundaries of American literature.
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Witness the heartwarming moment as Ronald Yancey, Georgia Tech’s first Black graduate, presents a diploma to his granddaughter, Deanna Yancey, in a historic graduation ceremony celebrating their family legacy and the university’s commitment to diversity.
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Witness the groundbreaking journey of Dorothy Jean Tillman II, a Chicago teen dubbed ‘Dorothy Jeanius,’ as she becomes the youngest to earn a doctoral degree in integrated behavioral health at Arizona State University at the age of 17.…
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The inspiring journey of Alena Maze, a mother of seven, as she becomes the first Black woman to achieve a Ph.D. in Survey Methodology. Explore her remarkable story of resilience, balancing motherhood with academic pursuits, and her commitment…
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