Written by Leonard Webb, Publisher Manager of Stetson Branch Library, New Haven, Connecticut “I have survived due to my commitment to my village and their support of me” Those are the words of Ms. Diane X. Brown (affectionally known as the unofficial Mayor of New Haven, Connecticut), who is equipped with over 17 years of […]
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“I have survived due to my commitment to my village and their support of me” Those are the words of Ms. Diane X. Brown (affectionally known as the unofficial Mayor of New Haven, Connecticut), who is equipped with over 17 years of experience as a managing librarian in Connecticut. Diane is responsible for the
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Written by Leonard Webb, Publisher Sr. Program Manager, Diversity Equity & Inclusion MathWorks As a child I was fascinated by aircraft/ flying objects and being a pilot was one of the many professions I dreamed about, in addition to being a surgeon. Based on my curiosity for science and engineering, it was an easy
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As a child I was fascinated by aircraft/ flying objects and being a pilot was one of the many professions I dreamed about, in addition to being a surgeon. Based on my curiosity for science and engineering, it was an easy choice when I started college to select a STEM major. One of the
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As it played out the weekend, the jazz-kissed, joyful gala included music from ConnCAT teacher and musician William Fluker, jazz legend Hank Bolden, musician Lisa Bellamy-Fluker, and members of the William Fluker All-Star Jazz Band. It became a celebration of hundreds of students and families, as well as a future for the organization that
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By Tamika Webb-Hubbard Summer could never come fast enough as a kid. For so many reasons kids want the summer off to sit around to play video games or sleep late, but my siblings and myself couldn’t wait for those day trips where we packed up the car and began our summer journey. An
A Look at the Financial Mindset of Black Americans in 2022 By Bestow Team The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many across the globe to reconsider all aspects of their lives in the last two years — where they live, how they work, and ways they financially prepare for the unexpected. 31% of Black households have reported losing
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A Look at the Financial Mindset of Black Americans in 2022 By Bestow Team The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many across the globe to reconsider all aspects of their lives in the last two years — where they live, how they work, and ways they financially prepare for the unexpected. 31% of Black households have reported losing
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African American Women and Breast Cancer At a Glance African American women face both disproportionate exposure to breast carcinogens and the highest risk of serious health impacts from the disease. We’ve put together a fact sheet to help you understand the current stats, product types to avoid, and chemicals of concern. Download the fact sheet Facts
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Black travelers have long felt at home on this Massachusetts island. Here’s why—and a taste of what you can enjoy there today. By TANVI CHHEDA Robb Report (reposted) Young children meet along Inkwell Beach and play together in the warm ocean spray. Soon after, their respective families become acquainted—and so begins a cherished summertime tradition. In
