Tribute includes live
and on-demand webinars, Facebook chat and recommended reading list
MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 6,
2013 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate
Black History Month,
Walden University is bringing together its community of
students, alumni, faculty and staff to acknowledge their
appreciation of the contributions made by remarkable African
Americans. In various activities throughout February, members of the
Walden community will share their stories and insights about African
Americans who have influenced or inspired their education, research,
careers or
social change initiatives.
"This year, Walden
commemorates Black History Month by focusing on the achievements of
many generations of African Americans who inspire us to make a
difference," said
Dr. Cynthia Baum, president of Walden. "In addition to
recognizing these important figures and sharing their impact with
the Walden community, we aspire to demonstrate our ongoing
commitment to creating positive social change in our communities,
nation and world."
The general public is
invited to join the Walden community for this commemorative
celebration by participating in live events and accessing resources
at
www.WaldenU.edu/blackhistory. Activities include:
Dr. Ronald Craig,
program director,
School of Public Policy and Administration, presenting
Johnnie Mae Gibson, highest ranking African-American female
agent in the FBI during her tenure.
Dr. Phyllis
Morgan, faculty member,
School of Nursing, presenting Dr. Bertha Davis, former
Dean of Hampton University School of Nursing.
Dr. Sean Stanley,
Walden Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) graduate,
School of Management, presenting Dr. Benjamin S. Carson,
neurosurgeon, philanthropist and author.
On-demand webinars by
Walden students, alumni and faculty discussing African Americans
who have inspired them throughout their lives.
A list of books
recommended by Walden students, alumni, faculty and staff that
explore the struggles and exceptional achievements of African
Americans.
Articles about Walden
students and alumni who are continuing in the tradition of great
African Americans to create positive change in society.
To register for the webinar and learn
more about Walden's Black History Month activities, visit
www.WaldenU.edu/blackhistory.
About Walden
University
For more than 40 years, Walden University has supported working
professionals in achieving their academic goals and making a greater
impact in their professions and their communities. Today, more than
46,500 students from all 50 states and more than 145 countries are
pursuing their bachelor's, master's or doctoral degrees online at
Walden. The university provides students with an engaging
educational experience that connects them with expert faculty and
peers around the world. Walden is the flagship online university in
the Laureate International Universities network—a global
network of more than 60 campus-based and online universities in 29
countries.
Walden offers more than
75 degree programs with more than 345 specializations and
concentrations. Areas of study include health sciences, counseling,
human services, management, psychology, education, public health,
nursing, public administration and information technology. For more
information, visit
www.WaldenU.edu. Walden University is accredited by The Higher
Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association,
www.ncahlc.org .
