Brian Davis (@briandavisjr.bsky.social)

2024 is definitely starting off with a bang! I am proud to announce that I have passed my Oral Comprehension Exam. It feels fantastic to take a second and enjoy this moment. Just one step closer to being Dr. Davis.

Robin DG Kelley on student activism under the thumb of today’s surveillance state: “The value of keeping things to ourselves has been lost…too many people are thinking in neo-liberal terms, as a “brand,” that’s not a movement…you don’t need credit. It’s the ideas that matter.”

Today’s Supreme Court decision in Louisiana vs. Callais is a direct attack on Black voters and marks a shameful moment in our democracy. This ruling opens the door to racial gerrymandering that will take us back to Jim Crow. This ruling is a betrayal of Black voters and the promise of democracy. We will not stay silent. naacp.org/articles/naacp…

Following student protest, South Carolina State University President Alexander Conyers says South Carolina Lt. Gov Pamela Evette will no longer speak at the HBCUs commencement: wistv.com/2026/04/29/lt-…

Dred Scott case Plessy v. Ferguson and now today. The U.S. Supreme Court memorializes discriminatory policies into law, generation after generation. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 is now constricted, empowering voter suppression of Black Americans. “Makes me sick how far we done fell”

Trade: Vikings are sending former Pro-Bowl LB Jonathan Greenard to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a third-round pick tonight (No. 98) and a third-round pick next year, per me and @rapsheet. Greenard and the Eagles reached agreement on a four-year, $100 milllion extension that includes $50 million fully guaranteed, per his agents Drew Rosenhaus and Robert Bailey.

Good morning, Philly! How we feelin'? 👀

@kianamknight Congratulations!

I'm thrilled to continue my research in Central America as a recipient of the @AHAhistorians's Beveridge Family Research Grant! historians.org/perspectives-a…

Keeanga‑Yamahtta Taylor joined Jelani Cobb for a timely conversation on Cobb’s new book, "Three or More Is a Riot", tracing a decade of Black protest, backlash, and the forces that shaped our current moment.

Geno big mad

On to the next one Coach Staley!

Here is 2024 Cohort Anthony Trujillo explaining how the SHEAR DEI Research Fellowship helped address the resource gap for research. The call for applications is open and the deadline for submissions is May 1. For more information and to apply, click here: shear.org/about-us/shear….

The University of Notre Dame’s Initiative on Race and Resilience invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral fellowship, beginning in August 2026. We seek a dedicated scholar whose work explores the intersections of race, inequality, and culture. apply.interfolio.com/183812?fbclid=….

The 2026 Society for Military History Conference was a blast. Already looking forward to reconnecting with everyone again next year in New Orleans. #SMH2026

We're pleased to announce this year's ASR Distinguished Lecture! Join us for "Pan-African Futures" delivered by Dr. Adom Getachew this December in New Orleans. Register for the Annual Meeting to attend this inspiring event africanstudies.org/annual-meeting…

Hello everyone! My name is Brian Davis, a 4th-year PhD Candidate at Florida State University where I research Black military experiences during the Cold War. I’m excited to introduce myself as the new Mark Grimsley Social Media Fellow!

Job hunting and attending SMH 2026? Come get help with your CV! Bring your CV & cover letter to ‘Navigating the Job Market III: USAJOBS Workshop’ on Fri 27, 3:30–5 PM. Learn to trim your CV to 2 pages, write strong cover letters & get tips for USAJOBS applications.

UNC has me cussing at the tv right now.

In her historic first season as Head Coach, Tierra Terry guided the Winston-Salem State University Lady Rams to a remarkable 28-4 record, culminating in the program's first NCAA Division II Tournament appearance * Wins over Glenville State and Gannon before a heartbreaking 65-64 loss to Indiana University of Pennsylvania in the Atlantic Region Championship game.

Kind of a big deal! Congrats to Brian! We're so proud to be the publishers of this book! @SMH_Historians #WWII

HOW BRIGHT THE PATH GROWS by Pulitzer Prize winner Marcia Chatelain tells the untold story of the Black women artists and activists behind the 1963 March on Washington. On sale 9/29/26. 📚✨ Cover designer: Linda Huang Photography by: Leonard Freed penguinrandomhouse.com/books/721032/h…