Tennessee State University Makes History As First HBCU WIth Ice Hockey
They’re expanding athletic opportunities for students! Tennessee State University (TSU) has just announced the addition of ice hockey to its athletic roster, making history as the first HBCU to offer the sport, TSU Tigers reports. Expected to launch its inaugural season in 2024, the sport will start at the club-level, hoping to eventually achieve NCAA […]
Meet Henry Johnson, The Heroic WWI Soldier Nicknamed ‘Black Death’
His heroism defied the odds! He was born William Henry Johnson around July 15, 1892 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the U.S. Army reports. Moving to New York as a teen, he worked various odd jobs as a chauffeur, coal laborer and soda mixer before enlisting in the U.S. Army on June 5, 1917. Assigned to […]
Meet The Chicago Florist Using Art Installations To Shine A Light On Blackness
His work is absolutely remarkable! John Caleb Pendleton is the founder and creative director of Planks & Pistils, a Chicago-based floral studio that uses art installations to shine a light on Black stories. Hailing originally from Grove Hill, Alabama, Pendleton said his love for woodworking and flowers was inspired by his parents, his studio name […]
Toussaint L’Ouverture: The Haitian Revolutionary Who Paved the Way for Freedom
A revolutionary in every sense of the word! In the annals of history, there are individuals who rise above the challenges of their time and leave an indelible mark on the world. One such luminary is Toussaint L’Ouverture, a towering figure in the Haitian Revolution and a symbol of resilience and liberation. Today, we […]
7 Historic Black Resorts and Beaches Everyone Should Know About
We need more of these today! The summertime is the perfect season for a summer vacation, with families around the country flocking to their nearest beaches, mountains, and resorts. Unfortunately, there was a time when Black people were left out of these places, blocked from enjoying the luxury and fun that comes with resort communities […]
Exonerated ‘Central Park Five’ Member, Yusef Salaam Elected To The NY City Council
The arc of justice has bent in his favor! More than three decades ago, Salaam and four other Black and brown teenagers were arrested and charged with savagely beating and raping a white woman in Central Park. The case became known as one of the most notorious racially charged crimes in American history, then real […]
Meet Lonnie Johnson, The Man Who Made A Splash In The Toy Industry By Inventing The Super Soaker
We owe our childhoods to him! Dr. Lonnie Johnson is a former Air Force and NASA engineer, and the president and founder of Johnson Research and Development Co., LonnieJohnson.com reports. An HBCU graduate, Johnson earned his bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, his master’s in Nuclear Engineering, and an honorary Ph.D. in Science from the famed Tuskegee […]
Representation Matters: Megan Piphus and the Joy of Wash Day on Sesame Street
In a world where representation will always matter, the impact of diverse media cannot be underestimated. One such inspiring example is Megan Piphus, a talented ventriloquist, who made history as the first Black woman puppeteer on Sesame Street. Piphus recently posted the behind-the-scenes of a heartwarming episode of Sesame Street, showcasing the joy of wash day for […]
Chadwick Boseman, Sheryl Lee Ralph And Brandy All Named In The Hollywood Walk Of Fame Class Of 2024
Everybody is getting their flowers! The Hollywood Walk of Fame has announced its Class of 2024, honoring those entertainment professionals who have made lasting marks in the areas of Motion Pictures, Television, Live Theatre/Live Performance, Radio, Recording, and Sports Entertainment. Selected by a panel of members within the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, the honorees […]
In Living Color: The Wayans Family’s Revolutionary Impact on Television & Film
They’re a dynasty! The Wayans family is one of the biggest and most successful celebrity families in Hollywood. Making their mark in the early ‘80s, the first generation of Wayans includes 10 siblings born to Howell and Elvira Wayans. Growing up in humble beginnings the siblings developed a knack for comedy and screenwriting, with second-born […]