#blackhistorymonth Archives

Why should we have diversity in the literature we are reading?

Sam Hyatt

As Black history month comes to an end, it is important to remember that we should continue seeking out literature by Black authors and adding diversity to what we are…

Black history month block party celebrates and uplifts the Black community

Jada Strong

On February 18, First Calvary Baptist Church held their annual black history month celebration event. However, the organizers put together a block party at the church instead due to unforeseen…

The Black Panther Party and Socialism

The Johnsonian

By: Josh Simon, Representative of Winthrop University’s Socialist Student Union During Black History Month, we are often taught a strict curriculum concerning the role of various black leaders and their…

The importance and celebration of Black History Month

Jada Strong

Black History Month in February is a time for us to reflect on those who came before us and honor their legacy. Including people like Medgar Evers, Martin Luther King…

White History vs American History: why there’s no “White History Month”

Mary Hicks

Growing up in predominantly white neighborhoods, white churches, homeschooled, and surrounded by other white homeschoolers, I have often heard the question which those who ask don’t seem to want to…

What does black history mean in sport?

Gweneshia Wadlington

Black History month is set each year in February to remember, thank and commemorate the African Americans that are with us and those who came before us and broke the…

Barnes & Noble misses the mark

Victoria Howard

As a celebration of Black History Month, national book retailer Barnes & Noble announced their new “diverse covers” of classic novels. These were covers for classics like “The Wizard of…

Hidden figures

Beneshia Wadlington

Black History Month celebrates black excellence and the impact African Americans have made in the world. The way this annual observance in February is celebrated varies, as individuals have different…