Nearly three months into his role as Resurrection Catholic Missions of the South, Inc.’s Director of Communications & Engagement, Brandon R. Vaughn hosted a special screening of the PBS Independent Lens documentary Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities Wednesday – capping off an HBCU-focused season at Resurrection Catholic School.
“As an advocate for education and a graduate of an HBCU, the documentary really resonates with me,” Vaughn said. “After seeing the work that went into decorating the RCS classroom doors dedicated to some of the nation’s most notable historically black colleges and universities, I knew this would be the perfect way to close out the school year.”
Directed by Stanley Nelson, the documentary centers around the impact of HBCUs on the history and culture of America since the 1800s. Resurrection Catholic School’s sixth, seventh, and eighth graders attended the screening.
Vaughn, a graduate of Florida A&M University, also spent time highlighting the importance of HBCUs – then and now – and just how much higher education, in general, can influence and change an individual’s life.
“My time at Florida A&M undeniably shaped me as a student, as a professional, and as a man. My experience was transformative, and I share the same pride for my HBCU as many of the men and women featured in the documentary.”
During the month of February, the students of Resurrection Catholic School celebrated the legacy of historically black colleges and universities by decorating the doors of the classrooms and main office with photos and historical facts related to HBCUs like Spelman College, Tennessee State University, and Howard University. Students also had the opportunity to visit and tour Tuskegee University during the 28-day celebration of black history.
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