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HBCU Week

HBCU Week

HBCU Week offers films about the under-told stories of sacrifice, courage, innovation, and hope found in the archives of these important American institutions.

HBCU Week is a local public television program presented by MPT

State Circle Special: Where Do We Go From Here?

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A spotlight on the new programs and initiatives at the six HBCUs located in the Maryland area. (56m 46s)

Inside the CIAA: Impact

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Discover the impact the CIAA tournament has on the city of Baltimore. (26m 45s)

Artworks: The Art of Strings

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Featuring performance of the Randolph String Quartet and a look into diversity in Classical Music. (26m 46s)

Artworks: Imani-Grace Special

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With voice compared to Billie Holiday, Imani-Grace Cooper performs Black American Music classics. (56m 46s)

History of a National Treasure: Morgan State University

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The story of Morgan State University's humble beginnings and rise as a national treasure. (37m 32s)

The Historic HBCU Photograph

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Alumni from HBCUs across the nation gather for a momentous photograph in Harlem. (27m 31s)

Direct Connection Special: Welcome from UMES

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Students share their HBCU experiences and a sneak peek inside the programming lineup for HBCU Week. (56m 46s)

Taking Israel: A Journey of African American Students

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Wilberforce University students from participate in an exchange program in Israel. (54m 15s)

Sneak Peek: Inside the CIAA

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A sneak peek inside the CIAA, the nation’s oldest historically Black athletic conference. (26m 43s)

Hampton University: One of the Wonders of the World

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The history of Hampton University and the legacy of past-President, Dr. William R. Harvey. (48m 23s)

Sounds of the Game

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49-year career of Morgan State University’s legendary band director Melvin Miles. (26m 37s)

The Dig: Ernest Shaw

Award-winning artist, educator, and HBCU alumni Ernest Shaw. (3m 38s)

Sounds of the Game

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An inside look at HBCU homecomings, including a film about the NC A&T marching band. (26m 48s)

Foot Soldiers: Class of 1964

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The impact of the women of the Spelman College Class of 1964 on civil rights history. (56m 56s)

The Calvin Tyler Story

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The journey of Calvin Tyler, from UPS driver to senior executive to HBCU philanthropist. (55m 15s)

The Morgan Lacrosse Story

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Story of the nation's first and only lacrosse team at a historically black college. (56m 32s)

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