D.C. Schools Chancellor Antwan Wilson started on Feb. 1. “I have spent the past few months hearing ideas from students, families, and community members and now I am excited to […]
Category: Black History Month 2017
SHACKLES FROM THE DEEP
Tracing the Path of a Sunken Slave Ship, a Bitter Past, and a Rich Legacy Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Michael Cottman delivers a tale of the unique and mostly unknown true story of […]
Editor Has Close Brush With Death
Moses J. Newson turns 90 on Feb. 5. The fearless AFRO reporter sent back news from some of the most dangerous places in America during the fight for civil rights […]
Fmr. Morgan Dean Named Black Engineer of the Year
Dr. Eugene M. DeLoatch was named by BEYA STEM as the 2017 Black Engineer of the Year for bringing about progress in higher education during his 50-year career. He will […]
Spotlight on Black Educators: MSU President David Wilson
While it may not seem like much, to Morgan State University President David Wilson growing up, $5 was the result of years of savings. Morgan State University President David Wilson […]
AFRO Legend Moses Newson Reflects on 90 Years
During some of the most turbulent times in American history, especially the civil rights movement, esteemed journalist Moses Newson risked his life to provide accurate insight from the frontlines of […]
Forever Stamp Honors D.C. Activist Dorothy Height
The 40th stamp in the Black Heritage series honors Dorothy Height (1912-2010), a D.C. activist who dedicated her life to fighting for racial and gender equality. The unveiling took place […]