The University of Baltimore celebrated 100 years on Nov. 13, honoring its legacy of driven students, lifelong learning, and shaping Baltimore’s future leaders while looking ahead to its second century of impact.
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Featherstone Foundation honors exceptional students awarding $63,000 in college scholarships
The Featherstone Foundation awarded $63,000 in scholarships to Baltimore’s next generation of leaders and presented the inaugural Featherstone Historic Achievement Award to West Muhammad, the youngest freshman ever enrolled at Coppin State University, and the 2025 Featherstone Changemaker Award to Emmy® Award-winning executive producer Travis E. Mitchell.
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AFRO CEO and publisher to be honored by William and Lanaea C. Featherstone Foundation
Dr. Frances Murphy Draper, CEO and publisher of the AFRO American Newspapers, has been named the Featherstone Changemaker Award recipient for her impactful leadership and influence in the community.

