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African American History and Landmark tours reveal little-known facts about UMD’s past

By Sahana Jayaraman There is a an entire side of the University of Maryland’s history that much of the school’s student and faculty population may not be aware of. One man — Dr. Kim Nickerson, assistant dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at UMD’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences — is determined to change that. Nickerson stood at the base of the historic Rossborough … Continue reading African American History and Landmark tours reveal little-known facts about UMD’s past

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BLK GOLD gives young black entrepreneurs a space to showcase their creativity

By Sahana Jayaraman Galaxy print booties and traditional African jewelry were among the items sold at an event run by Distinctly Creative Feb. 23, BLK GOLD: Black Creative Showcase + Marketplace. For entrepreneur and UMD alumna Zakiya Shivers, BLK GOLD was more than just a chance to sell her goods or get her business’s name out. “Not only is [BLK GOLD] good for…people of color to work … Continue reading BLK GOLD gives young black entrepreneurs a space to showcase their creativity

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