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Alain Locke: 1st Black Rhodes Scholar, Author, Full Philosophy Professor @ Howard
Posted on27. Jan, 2010 by Leshell Hatley.
The preeminent African American intellectual of his generation, Alain Locke was the leading promoter and interpreter of the artistic and cultural contributions of African Americans to American life. More than anyone else, he familiarized white Americans with the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, while encouraging African American authors to set high artistic standards in their depiction of life. As a professor of philosophy, he expounded his theory of “cultural pluralism” that valued the uniqueness of different styles and values available within a democratic society.
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Janice E. Hale: Teacher Educator, Author, Education Consultant
Posted on19. Nov, 2009 by Leshell Hatley.
Dr. Janice E. Hale is professor of early childhood education at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. She is a three time author of books relating to the education of African-American children and also consulted with The Children’s Television Workshop on Sesame Street and Mister Roger’s Neighborhood.
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