Edwin B. Henderson set the tone and created the infrastructure for African American participation in athletics by creating leagues and associations for black athletes and referees when no such thing previously existed.” — Edwin B. Henderson II, 2008 (Grandson of the late EB Henderson) As we celebrate Black History Month now and beyond the month […]
Beyond the rigorous classroom instruction and training, the University of the District of Columbia strives to ensure that students gain hands-on experience in their chosen fields. Through the Initiative in Civic Engagement and Equity (ICE-E), students like Dana Rhea receive grants up to $5,000 while working at unpaid summer internships that encourage critical thinking about societal structures and solutions for addressing inequities.
A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now. When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of blist.
A wonderful serenity has taken possession of my entire soul, like these sweet mornings of spring which I enjoy with my whole heart. I am alone, and feel the charm of existence in this spot, which was created for the bliss of souls like mine. I am so happy, my dear friend, so absorbed in the exquisite sense of mere tranquil existence, that I neglect my talents. I should be incapable of drawing a single stroke at the present moment; and yet I feel that I never was a greater artist than now. When, while the lovely valley teems with vapour around me, and the meridian sun strikes the upper surface of the impenetrable foliage of my trees, and but a few stray gleams steal into the inner sanctuary, I throw myself down among the tall grass by the trickling stream; and, as I lie close to the earth, a thousand unknown plants are noticed by me: when I hear the buzz of the little world among the stalks, and grow familiar with the countless indescribable forms of the insects and flies, then I feel the presence of the Almighty, who formed us in his own image, and the breath of that universal love which bears and sustains us, as it floats around us in an eternity of blist.
Fondly known as “Mr. Gospel,” the Kenneth M. Taylor Memorial Scholarship at UDC is named for the musical genius who played seven instruments and was known throughout the industry for his gifts and for mentoring new talent. Taylor was a Gospel socialite, who was trained by Roberta Flack and worked on the gospel circuit with […]
Women leaders are having a greater impact in nearly every profession from politics to technology, however extreme shortages persist. In order to prepare the next group of leaders, it is vital to create environments where their voices can be heard. The University of the District of Columbia is addressing the leadership gap through the Women’s […]
