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Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the United States and Canada, and more recently has been observed in Ireland, the Netherlands, and United Kingdom. It began as a way of remembering important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. It is celebrated in February in United States and Canada, while in Ireland, the Netherlands, and United Kingdom it is observed in October.

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Sonny Turner: The Old Adage

April 3, 2017 Perseverance

Sonny Turner is an American singer best known for replacing Tony Williams as lead singer of The Platters.

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Maria Dodaro — Photo Credit: Shefik

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September 6, 2016 Time

Maria Dodaro is a swim coach and aquatics director. Swimming coaches help swimmers perfect their breathing techniques, swim speed, and may work with recreational swimmers or prepare professionals for meets.

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Mathew Knowles: Is Education and Knowledge the Same Thing? — Photo Credit: Shefik

Photo Credit: Shefik

December 14, 2017 Knowledge

Mathew Knowles is best known for being the former manager of Destiny's Child. He also managed his daughters Beyoncé and Solange Knowles. His company, Music World Entertainment, is one of the most renowned, with record sales exceeding 300 million.

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Eloisa Diaz-Sanz: One of My Favorite Quotes Is by Malcolm X — Photo Credit: Shefik

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May 25, 2020 Freedom

Eloisa Diaz-Sanz is an American creative consultant and fashion designer from New York City, specializing in womenswear. Her experience includes work for high-end brands featured in British Vogue, London Fashion Week, and New York Fashion Week.

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Brendon Hamilton: Art Is One of the Ways We Can Express the Human Condition — Photo Credit: Shefik

Photo Credit: Shefik

August 16, 2016 Remorse

Brendon Hamilton has been writing and performing since he was a young child. Influenced by some of rock, pop, and R&B's greatest recording artists, he sought to create his own style and forge ahead into the music scene.

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