Hilaria Cruz, Assistant Professor of Linguistics at the University of Louisville Like recipes that are cherished and handed down through … More
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How Imperialism Stole the Future of the Democratic Republic of Congo
In the heart of central Africa lies the Democratic Republic of Congo, the second-largest country in the African continent and … More
The Incredible Life of America’s First Black Supreme Court Justice
It is often the case that when the average American is asked about Thurgood Marshall, the only thing that comes … More
The Life & Legacy of Ralph Bunche
Introduction Ralph Bunche was a man of many firsts. The first Black valedictorian at UCLA. The first Black American to … More
The Green Book: How Traveling Black Americans Navigated Jim Crow
Decades before desegregation and the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Black Americans struggled to travel throughout the … More
Shopping as Targets: Looking at the Consumer Experience through a Racial Lens
Being a consumer, or a shopper, is a key part of our identity. For better or for worse, American culture … More
Angela Davis: A Life of Dissent
Angela Davis is a prolific figure on the American Left. A scholar, activist, orator, and Marxist thinker, she has been … More
The Queen of Black Nationalism: the Story of Mittie Maude Lena Gordon
Introduction Black nationalism, despite offering a practical plan by which Black people can attain their freedom, is often criticized. Most … More
A Short History of Black Labor Movements in America
Born out of necessity, America’s Black labor movements have left an indelible mark upon the social fabric of our country. … More
Profile of Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler
Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler was the first African American woman to earn a medical degree in the United States. She … More