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Fisk University

Season 3 Episode 27 | 27m 18s

Fisk University

Fisk University, a historically black college and university established in 1866 in Nashville, Tennessee. Genevieve Stewart first reports on the history of Fisk University, the school’s famous alumni, including W.E.B. Du Bois, and the influx of respected scholars and researchers from the Harlem Renaissance. She interviews Dr. John Cottin, former professor, Dr. Roberta Tyson, alumna, and much more!

01/15/2021

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Fisk University

Season 3 Episode 27 | 27m 18s

Fisk University, a historically black college and university established in 1866 in Nashville, Tennessee. Genevieve Stewart first reports on the history of Fisk University, the school’s famous alumni, including W.E.B. Du Bois, and the influx of respected scholars and researchers from the Harlem Renaissance. She interviews Dr. John Cottin, former professor, Dr. Roberta Tyson, alumna, and much more!

01/15/2021

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