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New York Tech Celebrates Black History Month
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February is the shortest month of the year, but it also commemorates some of the most important figures, events, and milestones of our history. The origins of Black History Month began in 1926, when African-American historian and educator Carter G. Woodson, frustrated by the lack of Black history being taught in schools, partnered with the Association for the Study of African-American Life and History (ASALAH) to launch Negro History Week. They chose the second week of February because it coincided with the birthdays of Fredrick Douglass (February 14) and Abraham Lincoln (February 12). The week eventually evolved into the month-long celebration of Black history, culture, and excellence that we know today.
To help celebrate Black History Month, New York Tech News rounds up some of the stories featuring Black members of our community and their outstanding work. Explore the stories below.
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Karine Jean-Pierre (B.S. ’97) Named White House Press Secretary
Feature | May 06, 2022
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NYITCOM Alumni Celebrate Their Unique Stories During Black History Month
Feature | Mar 08, 2022
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A Student Reflects on Black History Month
Feature | Feb 16, 2022
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Student Profile: Lincoln Dover
Profile | Feb 01, 2022
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Alumni Profile: Keesha Burke-Henderson
Profile | Nov 29, 2021
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Student Profile: Tiffany Roberts
Profile | Nov 10, 2021
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Alumni Profile: Angela James-Moses
Profile | Nov 01, 2021
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Student Profile: Kyle Fitzgerald
Profile | Feb 23, 2021
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Alumnus Appointed First African American Chancellor of New York State Board of Regents
Feature | Feb 05, 2021
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Celebrate Black History Month 2021
Feature | Feb 01, 2021