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Tag: Black History Month

SUNY Cortland to Honor First Black Alum, Thanks to Student’s Effort

“I wanted to remind everyone of the power this one Black man had and the influence it carried, and hopefully it will inspire more...

Black History Month: The Role of Higher Education in Black Activism

Throughout its history, higher education in the U.S. has served as both an institutional oppressor of Black Americans and as a stronghold for resistance...

Black History Month 2022: Recognizing the Contributions of Trailblazing Black Scientists

The underrepresentation of Black Americans in science-related fields remains a significant problem in higher education and the workforce at large. African Americans make up...

African American History Month John Chavis: America’s First Black College Graduate

African American History Month 2021 is expected to be a remarkable time for commemoration and celebration following a year of heightened racial tensions. This...

African American History: A Look Back at Early Student Activism

For more than three centuries, African Americans have overcome barriers and defied restrictions to gain access to higher education, but it wasn’t until after...