February 26, 2026

Black History Today: Todd Williams Jr., an artist forged in fire

February 26, 2026/ Marcus Harden

Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people among us who are boldly shaping the future. The long-running series has continued to grow and now lives as an exhibit at the Northwest African American Museum in Seattle.

February 23, 2026

Black History Today: Cynthia Green, a living testament to the power of collective care

February 23, 2026/ Marcus Harrison Green

February 21, 2026

Black History Today: Spencer Hill, leading with love, moving with the strength of water

February 21, 2026/ Julian Lake

February 12, 2024

Black History Today 2024: Shirley Franklin, pioneering leader and agent of change

February 12, 2024/ Marcus Harden

Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people like Shirley Franklin who are boldly shaping the future. The 2024 installment marks the sixth Black History Today series published on Rise Up for Students since 2018.

February 03, 2024

Black History Today 2024: Josephine Howell, turning life’s joys and trials into beautiful music

February 03, 2024/ Marcus Harden

Black History Today, created by Marcus Harden in honor of Black History Month, pays tribute to the living legacy of Black history in our community and recognizes the people like Josephine Howell who are boldly shaping the future. The 2024 installment marks the sixth Black History Today series published on Rise Up for Students since 2018.