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Perfection pioneers
Historically, black colleges and universities (HBCUS) have been responsible educational institutions to create famous black women’s leaders. The women who fell to HBCU, they made a long-term contribution to politics, entertainment, education and activity. The incredible stories of these women, who demonstrate their destination and leadership, continue to inspire today’s youth. Five large women participating in the HBCUS, today’s students have set up historical stages that inspire them to follow their way to succeed.
Past Vice President Kamala Harris – Howard University
Kamala Harris will take the first US vice-president of the United States and the first black and southern Asian personality. Harris Howard helps his practices in the University developing his purpose and faithfulness to justice. During the time of his work at the University of Hostard, the student participated in government activities and participated in the public service in the public service Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Harris also explains the increase in the country’s second command, both HBCU education and the ability to effectively manage black women.
Taraji P. Henson – Howard University
In his award-winning career, Taraji P. Henson broke down obstacles in Hollywood and tried to increase the minds of mental health problems in black communities. Henson finished the University of HOWARD, who learned the drama, and he graduated in HBCU training to give a actress to an actress. Henso’s work in the projects, hidden figures and more projects, but also behind the camera and demonstrates the great power and brightness of black women. With their achievements, Henson demonstrates how perseverance works in Tandem with the HBCU support network.
Dr. Johnetta Betsch Cole – Spelman College
After working as an anthropologist and teacher, Dr. Johnetta Betsch Cole became the first African American woman to serve as President of Spelman College until 1987-1997. Dr. Cole used the platform to promote women’s rights and racial equality while maintaining African American culture. Dr. Dr. Cole, black women set up a foundation in Spelman who inspires academic and professional achievements.
Keisha Lance Bottom – Florida A & M University
Keisha Lance Bottom is a proud leave of the 60th Mayor of Atlanta, Florida A & M University. The dibs, the mayor of the city, social justice and managed the Covid-19 pandemia grace and determination. The experience in Famu affected his commitment to his political consciousness and the state service. The bottoms remain an unshakable support for economic development, social justice and colorful people.
Phylicia Rashad – Howard University
Phylicia Rashad’s performance Cosby show won a Tony Cairable, a Tony Award, cementing his status as a cultural symbol of black family power and fulfillment. After graduating from Rashad Howard University, Chadwick A. Boseman was the dean of Boseman Beauty College, led by new artists. Phylicia Rashad’s art and educational works emphasize that the HBCU has a culture effect when strengthening communities of educated women.
Watching HBCU Heritage and Leadership
These five ladies demonstrate the power, brightness and leadership created by the HBCUs. Politics, entertainment, education and social justice contributions show the greatness that distinguishes HBCU experience. As we remember the historical month of women, the stories serve to remind the need for investment and authority to the next generation of black women leaders.
Who are the HBCU women who inspired you? We must continue to recognize their achievements so that their stories remain relevant for future generations.
More HBCU trailblazersh
The above-highlights have achieved extraordinary achievements, but many HBCu educated or inspired women made significant contributions to society. These are the honorary notes, women who continue to inspire and improve achievements:
The Nobel Prize, which participates in the University of Howard, Tony Morrison, who expressed black practices in his case, created American literary masterpieces with the eyes of his favorite and most Bluest.
- Oprah Winfrey (Tennessee State University) Media Mogul Charitable and Tok-Show established one of the most influential media platforms through work as the host.
- Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter-songwriter and actress Erykah Badu, playing a music and leading cultural movement that continues to influence the society, won the “neo-soul” queen.
- Pulitzer won the reward-winning novel, color purple and activity for the race and gender equality, Alice Walker established himself as a prominent author.
- Shirley Franklin was the first Mayor of Atlanta’s first African American woman, while leading the city through major political and economic developments of the city.
- Pauletta Washington represents a talented actress and a classic pianist using a platform for art training while maintaining HBCU affiliation at the art school.
- Marian Wright Edelman set up a children’s defense fund after graduating from a prominent lawyer for children’s rights and social justice.
- Actress Jasmine Guy, HBCU gained fame with a different world role showing his life to television viewers.
- Audra McDonald received Tony Awards as an actress and singer while using a platform to fight equality of racial justice and art.
- Angela Chovdar, despite attending Seattle University, works as a political commentator while maintaining social justice and capital with strong relations to HBCU agencies.
Honorary notes emphasize how black women are covered by black women in HBCUS. HBCUS demonstrated how great results could lead to a regular and cultural proud training. The female historical month, historically allows black colleges and universities, the opportunity to build the extraordinary contribution of black women.
