Eric Darnell Pritchard, an associate professor of English at the University at Buffalo, delivered the Office of Multicultural Affairs’ annual Black History Month Commemorative Lecture in Schine Student Center Wednesday evening. Read more »
Collins Barber & Beauty Shop, managed by Charleston Collins, celebrates 51 years of the family business this year. Read more »
Tanisha Jackson, a professor of practice in Syracuse University’s department of African American studies, serves as the new executive director of the Community Folk Art Center. Read more »
As the surroundings around Collins Barber & Beauty Shop changes, the store is considered a hub for community engagement and youth motivation. Read more »
The Harriet Tubman Home near Syracuse University offers a strong account of Tubman’s legacy and the Underground Railroad. Read more »
“Saturday Academy” at the 100 Black Men of Syracuse aims to help students develop emotionally, academically and socially through different programming. Read more »
After being bullied about her appearance as a child, SU senior LaNia Roberts now uses her art and self-portraits to explore her identity. Read more »
Gender and Sexuality columnist Lianza Reyes discusses the importance of taking a global perspective on Black History Month. Read more »
Black Lives Matter Syracuse has raised more than $6,000 to send kids to see “Black Panther” this weekend, setting a precedent for the film’s importance. Read more »
The Syracuse organization strives to cultivate a safe environment for LGBT people of color — which its creator said she couldn’t find in the community. Read more »
Student Life columnist Camryn Simon lists ways to celebrate Black History Month that don't involve social media sharing. Read more »
Syracuse University and Dr. King Elementary School joined forces Saturday to honor the life of Martin Luther King Jr. The school will continue to engage the community throughout Black History Month. Read more »
Syracuse’s newest Department of Public Works commissioner grew up on the city’s South Side, giving him a local perspective as he serves his community. Read more »
The annual event was held Sunday night in the Carrier Dome. About 1,600 people attended the celebration. Read more »
Angela Rye, a political commentator on CNN, delivered the keynote speech at the 33rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration in the Carrier Dome on Sunday. Read more »
Syracuse has a diverse range of events lined up this weekend, complete with several musical performances, classic films and discussions to create a greener and… Read more »
The Syracuse City School District continues to face segregation along racial and economic lines. Read more »
Charles Hicks was the first black president of Student Government. Black leadership was vibrant in the wake of the Civil Rights Movement, and that hasn't changed in 49 years. Read more »
The student body elected the first black Student Government leader in 1968. Charles Hicks was the equivalent of Student Association president in his day. Read more »
Heading the Black History Month committee and running programs like Verbal Blends Poetry have made Cedric Bolton a support system and role model for many at Syracuse University. Read more »
Student Life columnist Rashika Jaipuriar considers the generational differences between past and present student activism. Read more »
Bill Berry Jr. has been collecting racist memorabilia since the 1970s. On Feb. 6th, his collection appeared as an exhibition at The ArtRage Gallery called "BLACKOUT: Through the Veiled Eyes of Others.” Read more »
Liberal columnist Joanna Orland argues that the practice of solitary confinement of juveniles is a practice maintains social injustice and maintains segregation. Read more »
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