Bridges Digital Archive: Audio and Video Recordings

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Document Type

Oral History

Publication Date

4-12-2016

Abstract

Lois Carson directed project Upward Bound at UCR where she recognized the need for a program focused on high-achieving Black youth. She helped found Black Future Leaders to encourage accomplished Black high school students to go to college. Black Future Leaders has since found a home at CSUSB after short stints at UCR and the University of Redlands. Carson oversaw an annual essay students must complete for the program. Essay topics range from Black or African scientists, the Negro National Anthem, and community officials. Because Carson traveled extensively to Africa, she encouraged her students to implore more about their ancestry and native continent.

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Interview conducted by Leah Cash.

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