Category: History
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The Black Ownership in Sports Symposium returns to Atlanta, giving Black professionals a game-changing playbook to break into sports ownership.
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Discover the inspiring story of Ruby Cora Webster, SCSU’s first Black graduate, who overcame racial barriers to earn her degree in 1909 and left a lasting legacy in education.
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David Blackwell was the first Black scholar in the National Academy of Sciences. His work in game theory and statistics transformed mathematics and decision-making models.
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Discover how Thomas Jennings pioneered dry cleaning and became the first Black American to hold a U.S. patent, using his success to fight for freedom.
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Celebrating 150 years since Edward McKnight Brawley became Bucknell’s first Black graduate, this article explores his legacy and the ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in higher education.
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George Taliaferro made history in 1949 as the first Black player drafted into the NFL by the Chicago Bears, breaking racial barriers and inspiring future generations.
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Discover how Jarena Lee defied societal norms to become the first Black woman preacher in the A.M.E. Church. Her inspiring story of faith and perseverance broke barriers for women in ministry.
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Reginald Weir made history in 1948 as the first Black tennis player at the US Open, breaking racial barriers and inspiring future champions like Althea Gibson and Arthur Ashe.
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Discover how Tony Collins led Rochdale to their only major final in 1962 as the first Black manager in English football, and explore the ongoing challenges for Black managers in the Premier League.
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Explore the inspiring story of Sarah J. S. Tompkins Garnet, NYC’s first Black female principal, honored at the Women’s History Month exhibit for her impact on education equality.
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- James P. Humphrey, Sidney’s First Black Mayor, Inspires Ongoing Scholarship Support Empowering Local Black Students’ Academic Success
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- Tom Bradley Became Los Angeles’ First Black Mayor in 1973, Leading the City Through 20 Transformative Years
