Examining Black history at the University of Maryland
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Walking tour examines Black history at the University of Maryland
By Mahelate Solomon The University of Maryland’s campus is rich in history — both the good and the bad. The African American History Landmarks Walking Tour is dedicated to telling the whole story, according to tour developer Kim Nickerson. Nickerson, who serves as the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the College of Behavioral & Social Sciences, created the tour in 2018 as … Continue reading Walking tour examines Black history at the University of Maryland
Performing arts students petition for Black theatre and dance history courses
by Celia Richardson Students, staff and faculty members from the School of Theatre, Dance and Performance Studies discussed potential plans to integrate Black history education into the curriculum during a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 30. “I was delighted by the activism, the commitment and the preparation,” TDPS Director Maura Keefe, said. “I left feeling very optimistic for the future.” The town hall … Continue reading Performing arts students petition for Black theatre and dance history courses
