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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie: She is an acclaimed Nigerian author, storyteller, and speaker whose work highlights identity, feminism, culture, and the lived experiences of Black women. #BlackHistoryMonth

Meet Barney Ford: Who was an escaped enslaved person who became one of Colorado’s most successful Black businessmen and civil rights advocates. He owned restaurants, hotels, and several businesses across the state, becoming a powerful voice in the fight for equal rights.

Ava DuVernay: She is An award-winning filmmaker, director, and storyteller who uses film to highlight justice, history, and Black experiences. Her powerful work includes films like Selma and When They See Us. #BlackHistoryMonth #blackexcellence

In honor of Black History Month, we will be honoring Historical Black Figures. Meet Clara Brown: She helped reunite families separated by slavery, supported churches and schools, and cared deeply for her community. Her life represents resilience, generosity, and hope.

Happy Black History Month! ✨ This month, we celebrate Black excellence, honor powerful legacies, uplift voices, and recognize the incredible impact Black scholars, leaders, and communities continue to make every day. #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackLegacy

Program Highlight!! Our Colorado Advantage Program, is a preview experience at CU Boulder that provides prospective graduate students with the opportunity to explore our campus, connect with faculty, and learn what it’s like to thrive in our graduate community. #GradSchool

Today we honor the legacy of Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose courage, vision, and unwavering commitment to justice moved mountains and changed lives across generations. Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! #mlkjr #martinlutherkingjr

The SMART Program is now accepting applications! Submit yours before the February 1st deadline. Don’t wait! Visit Our Website for more information: colorado.edu/support/gar/ Apply through the Leadership Alliance: theleadershipalliance.org

Happy New Year and welcome back to campus!! 🎉 As we step into this new year and new semester, let’s celebrate fresh beginnings, no matter where you are on your academic journey. Stay engaged with us, we’ll be even more active here with updates, resources, and opportunities.✨

Join us in celebrating the unforgettable moments of our 2025 SMART students as we wrap up an amazing summer of research and memories! 💫 Register Here: cuboulder.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1S…

Please help us a extend a warm welcome to Dr. Sanchez Rolle as the new Assistant Director for the Office of Graduate Access & Retention at CU Boulder! We’re excited to have him!

Our SMARTies hit the ground running this summer, and we can't wait to hear all about it. Join us Aug 7th, at 1PM in the CASE Auditorium for our very own SMART Poster session. Free food, great research, and an amazing keynote by Dr.Sheldon Masters! cuboulder.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8F…

Join @CUBoulderCMCI June 16-18 at 3PM for the Juneteenth Lecture series with Dr. Danieele Hodge, exploring love, freedom, and justice through the lens of Derrick Bell's 'And We Are Not Saved.' Dialogue Mixers follow on June 16 & 18. Register now!: cuboulder.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ah…

STEM Today! : Kimberly Bryant is the founder of Black Girls Code, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young Black girls in STEM.She built a movment that teaches coding, robotics, and more to the next generation of innovators. #STEMDiversity #Blackwomen #BHM

Wilma Webb was a Colorado legislator and civil rights advocate who led the fight to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a state holiday. As Denver's First Lady, she championed diversity in many areas. She has left a lasting impact on Colorado's history. #ColoradoTrailblazer #BHM

Raised in Denver, Colorado; Hattie McDaniel was the first Black person to win an Academy Award. She was inducted into the Colorado Women's hall of fame. Despite her success, she faced segregation in Hollywood but paved the way for future Black actors. #BlackExcellence #BlackWomen

Dr. Justina Ford broke barriers as Colorado’s first Black female physician, dedicating her life to providing healthcare to those overlooked by the system. Denied hospital privileges due to segregation, she treated patients from her home in Five Points. #BlackHistoryMonth

We’re back and ready to embrace everything 2025 has to offer! Whether you’re looking to grow, learn, or achieve, our graduate programs can help you take the next step. Check out our website for more details and start your journey today. colorado.edu/initiative/cdi/

Reflecting on last year's inspiring Martin Luther King Jr. Convocation, we are reminded of the unwavering courage and leadership of Dr.King. As we celebrate his legacy this Monday, let's honor his fight for justice, equality, and peace. #MLKDay #MartinLutherKingJr #Diversity

Smiles are always on the menu with this crew! 🍽️✨ #LunchtimeJoy #BlackBoulderBlossoms #AnxietyOfBeingTheOnly