We offer both a major and a minor in African American Studies, focusing on the exploration of African American experiences. Our goal is to help you understand the rich history and culture of African ...

Mwatabu Okantah was at Kent State when Black History Month was first celebrated. He reflects on the groundwork laid and why ...

Wong is a history buff and tour guide. She takes people through Milwaukee's oldest cemetery, highlighting influential African Americans who were laid to rest there. "I have a keen interest in Black ...

John Hope Franklin, a native of Oklahoma, longtime professor and Professor Emeritus at Duke University as well as Fisk University and Howard University, and prolific scholar of African American ...

By Christine WeertsSpecial to the Selma Times JournalThis year marks the 125th anniversary of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” ...

The following was submitted by Mamie Lue Horn, a candidate for the Jasper City Council: Mamie Lue Horn was born and raised in Jasper, Texas, the proud daughter of the late Honorable R.C. and Mary Lue ...

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A memorial is in the works for four African Americans who were buried in downtown Evansville in the early 19th century. Officials with the Evansville African American ...

Caroline NAACP Black History Month Celebration Monday, Feb. 17, 6-8 p.m. Caroline Community Center (17202 Richmond Turnpike, ...

The American made the remarks after Serena Williams said she was looking forward to a matchup with a fellow African-American player at the Melbourne Slam. The then 19-year-old Keys produced a ...

Capital Area District Libraries’ expert selectors have curated a dynamic Black History Month reading list for all ages, ...

My experiences as an African American, and combat veteran will help to address any barriers that are interrupting your daily life. Life is not about how many times you fall but how many times you ...