by Cherie S. White | Jan 9, 2025
Robert Smalls first made history by escaping slavery by pretending to be a white ship’s captain, and sailing a boat to freedom during the American Civil War. Smalls was born April 5, 1839 to his white slave owner father, Henry McKee, and his mother Lydia Polite,...
by Cherie S. White | Jan 9, 2025
Jamal Gibson continues to cement his place in HBCU basketball history, securing his 43rd consecutive double-double in Southern University at New Orleans’ (SUNO) 91-82 win over Wilberforce University. Gibson’s remarkable performance—26 points and 20...
by Cherie S. White | Jan 9, 2025
Today is a beautiful day! As the new year gets into full swing, our meditation reminds us of the importance of slowing down for our well being. Roll out your mat for an empowering yoga sequence. Lastly, today’s journal prompt takes you into your kitchen to make...
by Cherie S. White | Jan 9, 2025
Today, the Girls Scouts organization is made up of young girls from all races learning valuable life lessons, but that wasn’t always the case. The organization was desegregated via the efforts of Sarah Randolph Bailey, who began her mission in the mid ’30’s....
by Cherie S. White | Jan 9, 2025
Wise words and exemplars of purpose, adversity and growth illuminated Talmadge L. Hill Field House amidst a brisk and overcast day today at the 11th Fall Commencement Exercises of Morgan State University. Glowing faces decorated the arena, and the warm spirit of...