For 93-year-old Verlie Decay and 91-year-old Hortense Reine, attending Xavier University of Louisiana was more than a chance at a degree—it was a gateway to opportunity in a segregated city. The two alumni recall creating their own social and cultural spaces, forming lifelong friendships and finding purpose in careers shaped by the barriers of their time.
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Rev. Dr. Tim Tooten Sr. , renowned journalist, professor and pastor, dies
Rev. Dr. Tim Tooten, a veteran of 35 years in broadcasting and community service, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of education and community activism.
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Grand opening of Karson Institute’s new space at Loyola University: Advancing race, peace, and social justice
A grand celebration: The Karson Institute debuts new physical space at Loyola University On the evening of Oct. 9 a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation filled a much needed space at Loyola University in Baltimore. The occasion? The grand opening of the new permanent home for the Karson Institute for Race, Peace and Social […]