The History of African American Fraternities and Sororities
Author: Lawrence C. Ross
ISBN: 0758202709
Throughout the 20th century, America's Black fraternities and sororities have provided young African-American achievers with opportunities to support each other, while serving their communities and the nation. But never before has information about these organizations been widely available. Now, "The Divine Nine", a meticulously researched history, tells the story of how the African-American fraternities and sororities have played a major role in shaping generations of Black leaders."The Divine Nine" celebrates the spirit of excellence shared by African-Americans, and includes interviews with Shaquille O'Neal, Star Jones, Spencer Chrsitian, and Nikki Giovanni; and profiles of Hank Aaron, Maya Angelou, Toni Braxton, Bill Cosby, W.E.B. DuBois, Duke Ellington, Martin Luther King, Jr., Toni Morrison, Coretta Scott King, Dionne Warwick, and many others.
Publisher: Kensington Books
Publish Date: 2001-01-01
Subjects: Education / Organizations & Institutions, Education / Higher, History / United States / State & Local / General, Social Science / Ethnic Studies / African American Studies
This book is available in the following Community Centers: Black Resource Center (Location: 1B), Black Resource Center (Location: 1B)