By Alexis TaylorAFRO Managing Editor Veteran journalist and news director Charles F. Robinson III died Dec. 15. Robinson was a giant of the Black Press and a vital member of the Maryland Public Television (MPT) team. Travis Mitchell, senior vice president and chief content officer at MPT, described Robinson as “one of the rare individuals […]
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MPT to debut documentary on Thurgood Marshall during HBCU Week 2025
By D. Kevin McNeirSpecial to the AFROkmcneir@afro.com In a public media partnership that offers content about the history, legacy, cultural heritage and degree programs offered by America’s historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), Maryland Public Television (MPT) will debut “Becoming Thurgood: America’s Social Architect.” The new documentary will explore the legacy of Justice Thurgood Marshall, […]
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CCG to host 39th BEYA STEM Conference with MPT and AFRO News as media sponsors By Career Communications Group
The 39th BEYA STEM Conference will be held in Baltimore from February 13-15, 2025, with Maryland Public Television and the AFRO American Newspaper serving as media sponsors, aiming to amplify the conference’s mission of inspiring and empowering individuals from underrepresented communities in STEM fields.
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AFRO spotlight on Black excellence: Meet Travis Mitchell, the HBCU-made mogul making moves in media
By Megan Sayles, AFRO Business Writer, msayles@afro.com When Travis Mitchell attended Morgan State University in 1988, his initial intention was to earn a political science degree. He also wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps of playing college basketball. He thought he’d either graduate and continue playing basketball or take up coaching. Then came his […]