UNCW Conference to Explore Lasting Impact of Rosenwald Schools on African American Education

Written by Organization's Staff | 22 April 2011

Wilmington, N.C. - While Rosenwald Schools left a legacy of reading, writing and arithmetic for African-American children, their impact can perhaps best be measured by the numbers: 4,977 schools, 217 homes for teachers, and 163 shop buildings constructed in 15 states, all used to educate more than 650,000 students. Add to that a lifetime of hard work and dedication from countless teachers and other supporters and you have a sense of how the Rosenwald initiative improved the education of African American schoolchildren in the Southeastern U.S.

Digital Divide: Civil Rights Groups Set Benchmarks to Correct "Vast Disparities in Access" to Broadband

Written by Organization's Staff | 22 April 2011

Cite Internet Access as Imperative to Reducing Unemployment in Minority Communities: Washington, D.C. – A coalition of national civil rights and labor organizations has responded to the Federal Communications Commission's request for commentary on how to improve access to broadband for low-income, minority, and other unserved and underserved communities.

New Hanover County Schools Announces Elementary Science Olympiad Winners

Written by Organization's Staff | 07 April 2011

The 2011 Elementary Science Olympiad tournament was held at Freeman School of Engineering on April 2, 2011. Among the nearly 250 elementary students who participated, more than 150 students were from New Hanover County Schools.

Women's Studies Graduates Learn About Pay Equity

Written by Michele Tracy Berger | 07 April 2011

As part of my end of the semester ritual, I routinely invite 10-12 distinguished seniors out for dessert to celebrate their upcoming graduation. These are students, majoring or minoring in women's studies, which I have had the honor of teaching and mentoring over many years. It's my small way of celebrating their accomplishments and introducing talented students to one another.