About African American
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Dr. LaVerne Bell-Tolliver was among 25 students who desegregated public junior high schools in Little Rock in the early 1960s and now she wants to share their stories with the world. See how you can help… -
Ten healthcare pioneers including Drs. Edith Irby Jones and Joycelyn Elders were honored for their contributions to society… -
Ward and a friend fought for racial equality and civil rights for over 50 years. Joins us as UALR East Scholar Trevor Collins interviews him about his recent book…
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Tune in to KABF 88.3 FM or listen live online at 9 a.m. Monday, August 25, to discuss how recent events in Ferguson can and should spark civil conversations about race and equality in Arkansas. -
Maya Angelou spoke to our minds, our souls, and perhaps most importantly – our conscience. Here’s a fellow Arkansan’s tribute to this remarkable woman. -
See the new film “Freedom Summer” before it airs on national television during the annual Juneteenth celebration in Little Rock this summer! -
Senior research analyst, Dr. Ivory A. Toldson, says relying too heavily on statistics detracts from student success… -
Come see the award-winning film, “American Promise” and White House Deputy Director Dr. Ivory A. Toldson speak on “Education, Ethnicity, and Equity.” RSVP now… -
Author and professor of history Peniel Joseph gives his perspective. “Black History Month helps reinforce why it should be taught, because everything from slavery to civil rights has been critical to the evolution of American democracy.” -
Rafael Nunez, a reporter for El Latino and the Arkansas Times, recently sat down with Dr. Michael R. Twyman, director of the UALR Institute…
