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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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Student Profile: Kamille Williams
Profile | Sep 08, 2020
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New York Institute of Technology Celebrates Black History Month
Feature | Feb 12, 2020
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Q&A: Harlem Fine Arts Show Honors Brian Harper, M.D.
Feature | Feb 14, 2019
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Doers, Makers Throughout History
Feature | Feb 14, 2019
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Alumni Profile: Danielle Bartholomew
Profile | Jan 16, 2019
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Alumni Profile: Eteete Dan-Udoka
Profile | Jan 03, 2019
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Video: Fight Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs—With Viruses
Feature | Nov 08, 2018
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Student Takes First Place at Cybersecurity Conference
Feature | Oct 10, 2018
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Student Profile: Catherina Davius
Profile | Oct 02, 2018
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Student Profile: Ariana Rennie
Profile | Apr 24, 2018