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1705 – Virginia Slave Codes Expanded   mic motley/ african american history

1705 – Virginia Slave Codes Expanded mic motley/ african american history

1705 – Virginia Slave Codes Expanded Backstory: Virginia expanded its slave codes, further curtailing the rights of enslaved people and establishing a more rigid racial hierarchy. Afro-American peoples of the Americas is used to refer to people born in the Americas who have African ancestors. Most African Americans are the descendants of Africans forcibly brought […]

1680 – Virginia Slave Codes   mic motley/ african american history

1680 – Virginia Slave Codes mic motley/ african american history

1680 – Virginia Slave Codes Backstory: Virginia enacted a series of laws restricting the movements and rights of enslaved people, laying the foundation for future slave codes. Afro-American peoples of the Americas is used to refer to people born in the Americas who have African ancestors. Most African Americans are the descendants of Africans forcibly […]

1667 – Virginia Baptism Law    mic motley/ african american history

1667 – Virginia Baptism Law mic motley/ african american history

1667 – Virginia Baptism Law Backstory: Virginia enacted a law stating that baptism did not alter the status of enslaved people, ensuring that converting to Christianity would not grant them freedom.Afro-American peoples of the Americas is used to refer to people born in the Americas who have African ancestors. Most African Americans are the descendants […]

Leadership Highlight: Virginia Union University’s SGA President Syiyanna Finch

Leadership Highlight: Virginia Union University’s SGA President Syiyanna Finch

In an effort to highlight the people who are leading colleges and universities across the nation, we at Watch The Yard reached out to Virginia Union University and did an interview with Syiyanna Finch the 2023-2024 Student Government Association president. The position of SGA president is a highly respected role and there is a special […]

(BPRW) Virginia State University Makes History As The First HBCU In The Country Selected To Host A General Election Presidential Debate | Press releases

(BPRW) Virginia State University Makes History As The First HBCU In The Country Selected To Host A General Election Presidential Debate | Press releases

(BPRW) Virginia State University Makes History As The First HBCU In The Country Selected To Host A General Election Presidential Debate VSU has been chosen by the Commission on Presidential Debates to host a 2024 Presidential Debate. (Black PR Wire) Virginia State University is proud to announce that it has been chosen by the Commission on […]

Virginia State University to Host One of The 2024 Presidential Debates

Virginia State University to Host One of The 2024 Presidential Debates

Virginia State University (VSU) has been selected by the Commission on Presidential Debates to host a General Election U.S. Presidential Debate on October 1, 2024. This landmark decision marks the first instance of a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) serving as the venue for such a prominent political event. VSU President, Dr. Makola M. […]

State Shapes : Virginia

State Shapes : Virginia

A state-by-state celebration of America, the State Shapes series is an exciting collection of distinctive kids books, each one custom die cut to the shape of the featured state. These books are packed with fun information including a short history, famous figures, geography, industry and environment. These books are sure […]

Leadership Highlight: Virginia Union University’s SGA President Davon Harris

Leadership Highlight: Virginia Union University’s SGA President Davon Harris

In an effort to highlight the people who are leading colleges and universities across the nation, we at Watch The Yard reached out to Virginia Union University and did an interview with Davon Harris the 2022-2023 Student Government Association president. The position of SGA president is a highly respected role and there is a special […]