Barbara Lee Makes History as First Black Woman to Be Elected Mayor of Oakland
They’re calling it a “turning point” for the city of Oakland! Former U.S. Congresswoman Barbara Lee has once again etched her name in history — this time as the first Black woman elected mayor of Oakland, California, according to Vanguard News Group. A trailblazer in politics and a fierce advocate for justice, her election marks […]
Meet Naomi Girma, the First Million-Dollar Player in Women’s Soccer History
She’s blazing trails! At just 24 years old, Naomi Girma, the Olympic champion and top-tier defender, has become the first million-dollar player in women’s soccer history, NBC News reports. Her recent four-year signing with England’s Chelsea Women football club comes with a record-shattering $1.1 million transfer fee, making her the highest-valued woman in the sport […]
19-Year-Old Dominique Malonga Makes History as the Youngest Player Ever Drafted to the WNBA
She just etched her name into the history books! At only 19 years old, Dominique Malonga, a Cameroonian-born, French-raised phenom, became the youngest player ever drafted into the WNBA, selected second overall by the Seattle Storm in the 2025 WNBA Draft, The Seattle Times reports. With that moment, she didn’t just make history — she […]
39 Year Old Dr. Jermaine Whirl Named President of Savannah State, Becoming Youngest HBCU President in History
It’s a new era at Savannah State University! On April 1st, Dr. Jermaine Whirl made history as he officially began his tenure as president of Savannah State University (SSU), becoming the youngest president in HBCU history at just 39 years old, Black Enterprise reports. The milestone is powerful, Savannah State being the oldest public historically […]
Cory Booker Breaks Senate Floor Speech Record Previously Held by Anti-Civil Rights Segregationist
It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day! Cory Booker is a name already in the history books. The first African American senator elected from the state of New Jersey, Booker has been stalwart for justice even before his historic election to the Senate in 2013. But now, Booker has cemented his legacy, recently delivering […]
Pat McGrath Makes History as Creative Director of Louis Vuitton’s First Makeup Line
The queen of beauty reigns supreme once again! Legendary makeup artist Pat McGrath has just made history as the first-ever Creative Director of Cosmetics for Louis Vuitton, Essence reports. This groundbreaking announcement comes just days before the fashion house’s Women’s Fall/Winter 2025 show in Paris, marking a new era in beauty. With decades of industry-shaping […]
Dr. Brandon Jones Makes History as First Black President of the World’s Largest Scientific Organization
“One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind!” Dr. Brandon Jones has made history as the first Black president of The American Geophysical Union (AGU), one of the world’s largest and most respected scientific organizations, Forbes reports. Appointed during Black History Month, this momentous achievement not only signals progress within the scientific community […]
Former NASA Rocket Scientist Aisha Bowe to Make History as Crew Member on Blue Origin’s First All-Woman Spaceflight
She’s taking her place among the stars! Aisha Bowe, an esteemed former NASA rocket scientist, entrepreneur, and global STEM trailblazer, has announced that she will be part of Blue Origin’s NS-31 mission, making history as one of six women flying together on the 11th human spaceflight of New Shepard. This groundbreaking team, brought together by […]
Paul Tazewell Makes History as First Black Man to Win Oscar for Best Costume Design
His win is three decades in the making! History was made at the 97th Academy Awards as Paul Tazewell became the first Black man to win the Oscar for Best Costume Design, AP News reports. Tazewell, a legendary designer with over 35 years of experience in theater and film, took home the coveted award for […]
Xavier University Makes History as First HBCU to Launch Co-Ed Varsity Rowing Program
They’re making waves—literally! Xavier University of Louisiana (XULA) has officially announced the launch of its varsity-level co-ed rowing program, making history as the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to offer co-ed varsity rowing, Black Enterprise reports. The program will begin its inaugural season in Fall 2025, marking a groundbreaking moment for diversity in […]