Faithful to the Task at Hand: The Life of Lucy Diggs Slowe
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| Rating | : | 4.32 (834 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1438442580 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 504 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-07 |
| Language | : | English |
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Linda M. It s a testament to how the tenacious Slowe made the grade and altered the educational landscape. Perkins, Claremont Graduate University" . It contributes to African American history American history, the history of higher education, women s educational history, and women s history in general. The realization of this work is no small feat. Phi Kappa Phi Forum This is THE authoritative source to date on Lucy Diggs Slow
She is the coauthor (with Jerry G. Gaff and Richard A. Carroll L. Pruitt-Logan is Professor Emerita of Educational Policy and Leadership at the Ohio State University. Miller (1909–2003) was Dean of the Howard University Graduate School. Jentoft) of Preparing Future Faculty in the Sciences and Mathemat
Miller and Anne S. In this long overdue biography, Carroll L. The story of Lucy Diggs Slowe, a pioneering African American figure in sports and education. Pruitt-Logan tell the remarkable story of Slowe’s steadfast determination working her way through college, earning respect as a teacher and dean, and standing up to Howard’s President and Board of Trustees in insisting on equal treatment of women. It contributes to African American history, American history, the history of higher education, women’s educational history, and women’s history in general.”— Linda M. Along the way, the authors weave together recurring themes in African American history: the impact of racism, the importance of education, the role of sports, and gender equality. Perkins, Claremont Graduate University. Among her many accomplishments, she created the first junior high school for black students in Washington, DC. Born just twenty years after the end of slavery and orphaned at the age of five, Lucy Diggs Slowe (1885–1937) became a seventeen-time tennis champion and the first African American woman to win a major sports title, a founde
A must read for those interested in the roots of present day college students issues regarding race and gender A well written book about a fascinating and courageous woman leader and pioneer. Includes many of her own words and ideas.. Before Althea there was Lucy Diggs Slowe RICHARD EMANUEL SCOTT, JR. "Faithful to the Task at Hand: The Life of Lucy Diggs Slowe," is a must read! It seems Althea Gibson received many accolades, which should have previously been sent to Lucy Diggs Slowe, a pioneer women's struggle for equality.. Comprehensive My mom's book is very detailed and comprehensive. Serves as a great resource for historical and reference purposes.