Five Things History Gets Wrong About Rosa Parks
There’s a little more to the story. As we celebrate Rosa Parks‘ birthday, we revisit the narratives surrounding her undeniable role in the Civil Rights Movement and challenge misconceptions that have woven themselves into the fabric of history. Beyond the well-known story of a work-tired woman refusing to give up her seat on a Montgomery […]
Spike Lee’s Production Company Teams Up With Morgan State for Film Interns
Spike Lee has joined forces with Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD to provide an opportunity for students aspiring to enter the film industry, the historically Black university announced. In a collaboration, Lee’s production company, 40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks, and talent firm The Gersh Agency have partnered with Morgan’s School of Global Journalism […]
Divine Nine Members Team Up To Read To Chicago’s Children
They’re continuing the work of their esteemed organizations! As Black History Month begins, Bronzeville Classical Elementary School in Chicago is fostering empowerment through education with its second annual Black Greek Read Aloud Day. The event, covered by Chicago’s CBS 2 News, brought together members of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (also known as the Divine Nine […]
Sherrone Moore Makes History as the First Black Head Football Coach in Michigan’s 144-Year-History
He’s taken over for Jim Harbaugh! 37-year-old Sherrone Moore has been named the new head football coach for the University of Michigan, The Grio reports. Moore joined the Michigan Wolverines in 2018 under Jim Harbaugh’s leadership, serving as a tight end coach. He was then promoted to offensive line coach and co-offensive coordinator in 2021, […]
African American Vernacular English (AAVE): The Dialect We Call Our Own
No, it’s not TikTok slang. via GIPHY In the melting pot of American dialects, African American Vernacular English (AAVE) stands out as a vibrant and culturally significant linguistic variety. Formerly referred to as Ebonics, a term coined by Black psychologist Robert Williams–who is also a co-founder of the Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi)–AAVE has evolved […]
Branford Marsalis Returns Home as Artistic Director of Ellis Marsalis Center for Music
The eldest son of the center’s namesake is gearing up for a homecoming! The Ellis Marsalis Center for Music (EMCM) has announced Branford Marsalis, the renowned saxophonist and composer, as its new Artistic Director. This prestigious role will see Branford shape the artistic trajectory of the center, providing invaluable insights and steering its creative vision. […]
Victoria Monét and BMAC Announce $5,000 Grant to Empower Black Music Talent
Grammy-nominated singer, Victoria Monét is stepping into music’s biggest week with a meaningful initiative. Teaming up with the Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC), Monét is launching the BMAC x Victoria Monét Music Maker Grant, Black Enterprise reports. The grant was officially announced at BMAC’s Grammy Week Music Maker Dinner on January 31st. This collaborative effort […]
11 Black Celebrity Families Who Have Shaped the Culture
Influence and innovation run in these families! From music legends to political trailblazers, Black families have played a major role in shaping the cultural landscape. Each family represents a unique powerhouse, showcasing excellence in music, comedy, gospel, politics, and beyond. Here are the stories and legacies of 11 Black families who have shaped our culture […]
Robert Smith Partners with Steinbridge Group to Commit $100M to HBCUs
He’s back at it again! In an initiative to address the challenges faced by historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and other Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), the Student Freedom Initiative (SFI) has joined forces with the Steinbridge Group. The partnership, recently announced by Steinbridge Group, includes a substantial $100 million capital commitment to develop attainable […]
The Official Season 3 Trailer for ‘Abbott Elementary’ Has Been Released
We wouldn’t miss it for anything in the world! Quinta Brunson’s Abbott Elementary is back for a third season, and we couldn’t be more excited! The show has continued to break records, and fans are on the edge of their seats as they prepare for another year of laughs and fun with Brunson and the […]