Celebrating a Trailblazer: The Legacy of Dr. James McCune Smith

Celebrating a Trailblazer: The Legacy of Dr. James McCune Smith

This Black History Month, we honor Dr. James McCune Smith, a pioneering figure whose life and achievements have left an indelible mark on American history. As the first African American to earn a medical degree, Smith's journey from a New York City birth in 1813 to medical laurels in Glasgow, Scotland, embodies the relentless pursuit of excellence against all odds.

February 1, 2024
Black History Month

Black History Month

In the United States, the month of February is known as Black History Month, an annual celebration of African American achievement and recognition of the group’s place in U.S. history.

February 2, 2022
Juneteenth: Now a Federal Holiday

Juneteenth: Now a Federal Holiday

President Biden signed legislation on Thursday to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, enshrining June 19 as the national day to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States...

June 19, 2021