Happy Black History Month: View the personal stories of Duke's First Black PhD Graduates

Happy Black History Month! For this year's celebration of black history, Black Think Tank wanted to feature the trailblazers who made what we do possible at Duke today. The women and men who are honored as Duke's First Black PhD Graduates have gone on to lead incredible lives. Their example, as individuals willing to push for equality, diversity, and educational equity, are remembered today as we continue to work towards a more welcoming, fair, and open campus and nation. Read about the personal histories of all Duke's First Black PhD Graduates, view specific spotlights, or dive deeper into the notable and impressive history of Black contributes to Medicine in this special page created by the SoM.