Richard Theodore Greener (1844-1922) was the first Black graduate of Harvard University (Class of 1870). His papers, including his Harvard diploma, his law license, photos and papers connected to his diplomatic role in Russia and his friendship with President Ulysses S. Grant, were recently discovered in an attic on the South Side of Chicago - just before the house was demolished. Absolutely MONUMENTAL!
This is sobering as I wait for grad schools to contact me.
good:
For Many California Students, Harvard Is Now Cheaper Than State Schools
A 300 percent increase in tuition and lackluster financial aid from state schools is making elite private universities look more appealing. As the state has cut billions of dollars from education budgets over the past few years, California’s universities have begun admitting more out-of-state students, who pay triple the tuition. This makes private schools resting on billion-dollar endowments appear way more attractive to their accepted students.
So I went to The Hideout last night for the #HowToBeBlack Chicago launch party. It’s funny, because I was probably the only one dressed like I was going to see a show at The Hideout, not like I was going to go to a book reading. I bumped into a co-worker, too, so that was a pleasant surprise.
The two comedians that opened for Baratunde Thurston were Will Miles (@MrWillMiles) and Samantha Irby (@WordScience)—both hilarious. @ErnestWilkins was the host—also hilarious. It was good to have gut-busting laughter for a couple of hours. I got my book signed and then I went home in some really spitty weather. Good outing!
Hmmm, I just thought it had to do with arrogance, at many times privilege, and low self-esteem. My bad. Just kidding…*hides her old school Saucony and extensive Threadless t-shirt collection*
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