Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (2017)
Professor Troy Lockhart selected this film for inclusion in The Whole Staircase Film Series.
This PBS documentary explores why black colleges and universities are a haven for Black intellectuals, artists, and revolutionaries and have educated the architects of freedom movements and cultivated leaders in every field. Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities examines the impact these institutions have had on American history, culture, and national identity.
Screening Date and Location
August 30, 2019 at 10:00 a.m.
Palatka Campus Library, L-219C
All are welcome to this free event!
Run time: 85 minutes
This documentary is not rated.
Closed captioning and transcript available.
Licensed through Kanopy.
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