The Black History Month Conference: 400 Years of Perseverance event scheduled for 2/21 has been re-scheduled for April 4, 12:30-1:45 in the Library Presentation Space. Gloria Browne-Marshall, a prominent civil rights attorney and activist, will give a speech at Manor College to coincide with Black History Month. This commemorative speech, titled “400 Years of Perseverance,” will recognize Read more >
Mamie Phipps Clark – Her Research Helped End School Segregation Mamie Phipps Clark (1917-1983) grew up attending highly segregated schools in Arkansas. Clark studied psychology and math at Howard University; her master’s thesis there was “The Development of Consciousness of Self in Negro Pre-School Children.” She went on to earn her Ph.D. in experimental psychology Read more >
An annual celebration of the hard work and achievements of black Americans, Black History Month is a time to show appreciation for those individuals who formed the foundation for the black community in this country. Manor College recognizes this significant month and honors those in our own community who provide examples for all of us. Read more >