02/03/26
At nine years old, Sabrina Spence learned that words could save her. She was in fourth grade when her teacher assigned the class to memorize a poem. Sabrina chose Langston Hughes’ “Mother to Son,” a reflection on perseverance — a reminder that life “ain’t been no crystal stair,” but you keep climbing anyway. At that…
09/30/25
There’s an undeniable energy buzzing around LeMoyne-Owen College, a cornerstone of Black excellence and community in Memphis. From cutting-edge technology conferences to the much-anticipated return of homecoming traditions, the campus at 807 Walker Avenue is a hub of innovation and celebration. As the college continues its legacy of shaping future leaders, it masterfully blends forward-thinking…
07/02/25
When Christopher Bailey was elected the 76th Student Government Association (SGA) president for the 2025–26 academic year, he made history—not just for himself, but for the University of Memphis. Nearly 30 years earlier, his father, Andrew “Drew” Bailey, served as UofM’s 49th SGA president. Together, they’re the first father-son duo to ever lead the student…
06/25/25
June is Black Music Month (also known as African American Music Appreciation Month), and many Memphians take this time to celebrate the rhythms and resistance embedded into our local musical traditions. Since it’s also the month of Juneteenth, it’s important to learn a bit more about how deeply Black music and the struggle for civil…
02/25/25
Memphis lives and breathes Black history. This February, We Are Memphis presents Black Legacy Lives Here—a month-long celebration of Black excellence, past, present, and future. We’re spotlighting four educators and leaders shaping the next generation. We caught up with Victoria Johnson, a professional and creative legacy writer, who is doing amazing work with individuals as well…
02/18/25
Memphis lives and breathes Black history. This February, We Are Memphis presents Black Legacy Lives Here—a month-long celebration of Black excellence, past, present, and future. We’re spotlighting four educators and leaders shaping the next generation. Meet Kevin Thomas, the Founding Artistic Director of Collage Dance, who is shaping the next generation of dance and artistry right…
02/12/25
Terris Sheronda King Radio Personality; Journalism Professor at The University of Memphis. Memphis lives and breathes Black history. This February, We Are Memphis presents Black Legacy Lives Here—a month-long celebration of Black excellence, past, present, and future. We’re spotlighting four educators and leaders shaping the next generation. Here, we spoke with Terris Sheronda King who is…
02/11/25
Memphis is a city rich in culture, history, and entrepreneurial spirit, with neighborhoods that showcase vibrant businesses contributing to the city’s unique charm and economic growth. From iconic streets like Elvis Presley Boulevard to the trendy Cooper-Young District, these thriving neighborhoods reflect a legacy of resilience rooted in Black entrepreneurship. The success of Memphis’s Black-owned…
02/06/25
Mario Hendrix Chief Program Officer, BRIDGES Memphis lives and breathes Black history. This February, We Are Memphis presents Black Legacy Lives Here—a month-long celebration of Black excellence, past, present, and future. We’re spotlighting four educators and leaders shaping the next generation. Here, we spoke with Mario Hendrix who is moving Memphis’ history forward as the…
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