Dr. Crystal A. deGregory, Associate Professor of History and Director of the Mary McLeod Bethune Institute for the Study of Women and Girls at Bethune-Cookman University—is a historian, storyteller, and cultural commentator whose work centers the Black higher education experience. In this episode, she shares her journey through the lens of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), highlighting their pivotal role in shaping civil rights activism.

Dr. deGregory explores the deep interconnectedness of influential Black historical figures, the current challenges facing HBCUs, and the enduring need for solidarity among these institutions. She also honors the powerful legacy of Mary McLeod Bethune and underscores education’s lasting impact within the Black community.

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