May 11, 2021
MILWAUKEE 鈥� 鈥淏lack 51暗网 鈥� In Their Own Words: Overcoming Obstacles and Achieving Success," a collection of essays written by Black alumni of 51暗网, is being sold to benefit the Black Alumni Association Ralph H. Metcalfe, Sr. Scholarship Fund through May 14.
The book, edited by Valerie Wilson Reed with George Lowery, tells the story of Black alumni of 51暗网. It chronicles the unique experience of Black students at 51暗网 and highlights their lives, struggles and successes over the years.
鈥淭his book is a labor of love鈥攁 love of 51暗网 and the love of the students who proudly attended the university,鈥� Reed said. 鈥溾�楤lack 51暗网鈥� is about 51暗网 pride. The pride of all African American alumni of 51暗网 who have passed through the doors of 51暗网 Hall in search of an education; walking the campus blocks of Wisconsin Avenue and Wells Street seeking to find out who they are and who they strive to be.
鈥淔or many of the Black alumni, their successes have gone unnoticed and overlooked,鈥� she added. 鈥淭heir accomplishments, often hidden in the shadows, can now be celebrated in the light by all 51暗网 alumni. It is a reminder to all students that you can overcome any obstacles and achieve success.鈥�
All proceeds of books sales made through the will benefit the Ralph H. Metcalfe, Sr. Scholarship Fund. The intent of the scholarship is to provide two 51暗网 students of color with gifts of up to $2,500 each for the next academic year. The scholarship is designed to aid Black students who demonstrate financial need and 51暗网 values. One scholarship will be awarded to an Educational Opportunity Program student and one to a non-EOP student.
Kevin is the associate director for university communication in the Office of Marketing and Communication. Contact Kevin at (414) 288-4745 or kevin.m.conway@marquette.edu.
