Margaret Bonds-ComposerWhen she showed Nadia Boulanger her work, the famed French composer said she didn't need to study with her.
Ta-Nehisi Coates-AuthorTa-Nehisi Coates is an Ameriacn author and journalist...His work has also helped connect generations as a writer of Black Panther for Marvel
Cicely Tyson-ActressCicely Tyson began her career as a fashion model before becoming an actress. Born in Harlem in 1924, she won numerous awards for screen...
Gregory Hines-Dancer/ActorGregory Hines enjoyed a celebrated life on stage and screen. He received his first acting role as a replacement for Richard Pryor.
Alma Woodson Thomas-Artist"Man's highest aspirations come from nature. A world without color would seem dead."-Press Release, Columbus Museum of Arts & Sciences, 1982
R. Nathaniel Dett-ComposerR. Nathaniel Dett received two honorary doctorates after obtaining a college degree, yet chose to go on and obtain a graduate degree.
Alice Walker-AuthorAlice Walker is a poet, author, and social activist known for the Pulitzer Prize winning book "The Color Purple." Her quotes are the best!