American poet, author, and teacher, Gwendolyn Elizabeth Brooks won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry on May 1, 1950, making her the first African American to receive a Pulitzer Prize.
A lifelong resident of Chicago, she was appointed Poet Laureate of Illinois in 1968. In 1976, she became the first African American woman inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Brooks was named the U.S. Poet Laureate for the 1985–86 term.
A year later, she became consultant to the Library of Congress in poetry and received a lifetime achievement award from the National Endowment for the Arts. Named professor of English at Chicago State University in 1990, she held the position until her death in 2000 at the age of 83.
Sources: Blackfacts.com; Blackpast.org; Britanna.com; Wikipedia.org
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Drivers: Slow down – lives are on the line! In 2022, speeding continued to be a top reason for work zone crashes.
Last year, there were six fatal work zone crashes. It's in EVERYONE’S best interest to slow down. 95% of people hurt in work zones are drivers, their passengers or passing pedestrians, not just road crew personnel.
Whether you’re commuting, road-tripping or driving commercially, the Washington State Department of Transportation has information to help you plan your route. See real-time alerts, live cameras, current travel times, and bridge and road restrictions for cars and trucks on their website, https://www.wsdot.wa.gov
WSDOT is hiring! Career opportunities across the state! Help keep Washington moving.
King County Metro invites students ages 15 - 18 to apply for its Youth Transit Equity Internship. Participants will be paid $20/hour. Application closes May 14th at 11:59 PM
Washington State Nonprofit Conference May 17-19, 2023, Tacoma, WA.
A unique conference that includes online and in-person experiences, inspiring speakers, workshops, and other invaluable content. Nonprofits from across the state will connect with each other to learn, share and collaborate.
The Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA) is sponsoring 15 All-Access passes to this year's conference. Follow the link to see if you are eligible and to apply.
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 Black Power | Black Pride presents its Juneteenth Kickoff in Marysville! Food vendors, artist, entertainment, and more. Sign up using the webform if you are interested in being a vendor, volunteer or sponsor!
When: June 10th 2023. More information to follow
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Get Ready! Black Arts Fest, also known as Festival Sundiata is accepting applications for artists, vendors, volunteers and entertainers!
Now in its 43rd year, the festival features intergenerational activities and promotion of traditional and contemporary African American heritage, showcasing local entertainment, photography, food merchants, historical exhibits, and more. Click on the poster or this link to FestivalSundiata.org
What: Festival Sundiata - Black Arts Fest
When: July 14-16, 2023
Where: Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St. Seattle, WA
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 The Tacoma Urban League and partners presents the 2023 Juneteenth Celebration. Vendors, performers and artisans are needed!
Would you like to perform on the main stage at Juneteenth? Send your info along with a link to your best song
The event also features a Miss Juneteenth contest! 1st place is a $1,000 scholarship. Contestants deadline April 28th. Go to www.juneteenthwa.com for all the details
What: Tacoma Urban League Juneteenth Celebration
When: Monday, June 19, 2023 - 11 AM to 5 PM
Where: Stewart Heights Park, 5715 Reginald Gutierrez Ln, Tacoma, WA 98404
It’s not too late: College is still possible!
With all that has changed these last few years, college or job training is more important than ever. A college degree, certificate, apprenticeship, or other training beyond high school can lead to a good job and higher wages. It's not too late to make a plan for more education after graduation!
You can go to college
Washington’s public community and technical colleges are open to anyone with a high school diploma or GED. Registration is open year-round, so it’s never too late to get started! Some four-year colleges are also still accepting applications for this fall.
You can get job training
Do you enjoy hands-on learning? Are you hoping to join the workforce somewhat soon? You may want to consider a technical college, career program, or apprenticeship.
Financial aid can help cover the costs
Completing a financial aid application gives you more options for the future. The Washington College Grant (WA Grant) gives more money to more people for more kinds of education, including public and private colleges, workforce and training programs, and approved apprenticeships. WA Grant is available year-round—if you meet the eligibility requirements, you have money waiting for you. Apply now for 2023-24!
There’s still time to make a plan for education or training after high school. Explore your options on the Washington Student Achievement Council website
No matter the path you choose, more education means more job stability and higher earnings over a lifetime.
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