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Howard University President Wayne A. I. Frederick has confirmed that President Joe Biden will deliver the commencement address at the historically Black university’s 155th ceremony.

Officials have scheduled commencement activities for 10 a.m. on May 13 on the Upper Quadrangle of the main campus.

Erica Loewe, the White House’s Director of African American Media, stated that in addition to Biden’s address at Howard University, administration officials plan to attend commencements at HBCUs nationwide.

According to the White House, President Biden’s impending visit to Howard, the alma mater of Vice President Kamala Harris, follows the administration’s record-breaking investment of nearly $6 billion through the U.S. Department of Education to support HBCUs since 2021.

“Securing funding for the more than 100 HBCUs in the United States has been a prominent feature of Biden’s domestic agenda,” Loewe wrote on Twitter.
In addition, the visit coincides with the publication of new data showing the lowest Black unemployment rate in U.S. history.

“It is an honor and privilege to welcome President Biden to deliver the 2023 commencement address and celebrate the 2023 graduating class,” Dr. Frederick said.

Biden will also receive an honorary Doctor of Letters degree during the commencement.

“This honorary Doctor of Letters is much deserved for his years of transformational service as U.S. Senator, Vice President, and now as President of the United States,” Dr. Frederick stated.

“We are excited to receive the president as this year’s distinguished guest and recognize him for his relentless work uplifting our communities that have been historically left behind.

“I look forward to honoring President Biden, our honorary degree recipients, and graduating seniors at the Commencement Convocation.”

Biden was the first of four children born to Catherine Eugenia Finnegan Biden and Joseph Robinette Biden, Sr., in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

The Biden family relocated to Claymont, Delaware, in 1953.

Biden attended the University of Delaware and Syracuse University School of Law and served on the New Castle County Council.

The Wilmington, Delaware, Amtrak station bears Biden’s name.

The president was among the youngest individuals ever elected to the United States Senate at age 29.

At 80, Biden has confirmed his candidacy for re-election, and a victory would make him the oldest elected president in American history.

Harris became the first African American and female vice president.

Biden would be the seventh incumbent U.S. president to deliver Howard’s commencement speech.

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Harlem Bespoke:  Now open on Sundays! The Sugar Hill Children’s Museum at West 155th Street and St. Nicholas Avenue was only open for viewing on Saturdays recently but now has Sunday as another day to visit.   Hours will be from 10:00AM to 3:00PM only on Saturdays and Sundays with art activities throughout the day.  A new group show has recently debuted for Fall 2022 along with an exhibition of the works of Melvin Van Peebles.  Note that the museum is just open for only two day during the week.  More details and ticket sales on the current exhibit can be found at the Children’s Museum site: LINK


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Harlem Bespoke: Number 730 St. Nicholas Avenue at 147th Street has recently had a price reduction  from $4.45 million to $3.99 $3.595 million for the stately corner castle-like limestone townhouse.

As previously mentioned, this large landmark historic 2-family home also has a garage included and pretty much all of the original details intact which make things quite ideal for residential purposes once polished up.  This block on St. Nicholas is also one of the most impressive ones in the neighborhood and a whole lot of charm factor is included.  Express trains are also just across the street which makes this location one of best on Sugar Hill.   More details on Streeteasy: LINK

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Harlem-based youth development and social justice organization The Brotherhood Sister Sol (BroSis) honored legendary fashion designer Dapper Dan at its signature Voices gala Thursday night, where the organization raised $1.5 million.

Returning for its 18th year, Voices served as the organization’s annual benefit celebrating its youth members and enriching programming. Taking place at New York City’s Ziegfeld Ballroom, this year’s event recognized Dapper Dan’s work within fashion, music, and culture, which aligns with the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop.

“I am truly humbled and honored to be recognized at The Brotherhood Sister Sol’s annual Voices Gala,” said Dapper Dan. “As a son of Harlem, it means the world to me to give back to the community that has given me so much. The work that BroSis does to uplift young people is truly inspiring, and I am proud to support their efforts. I look forward to celebrating with them and continuing to work together to make a positive impact in the lives of young people in Harlem and beyond.”

Dapper Dan pioneered streetwear in the early 1980s, co-opting luxury branding to design original garments with high-end detail. With an impressive client roster of celebrities and entertainers, Dapper Dan changed fashion and design through his bold take on styling. Following BroSis’ recent partnership with Dapper Dan for the DAP GAP collection, the organization was pleased to recognize his deep impact across fashion, music, and culture.

BroSis Co-Founder and Executive Director Khary Lazarre-White told the AmNews it was appropriate to honor Dapper Dan not only for his contributions to the Harlem community, but also for breaking barriers in the fashion world.

“We’re celebrating his innovation, his cultural dexterity, and what he means as an inspiration as an entrepreneur to our young people,” Lazarre-White said. “We’re also celebrating the voices of young people. A commentary on the world of social change makers and their vision for a better, more equitable future.”

For over 25 years, BroSis has been at the forefront of social justice, educating, training, and organizing to challenge inequality and champion opportunity for all, with a focus on Black and Latinx youth. By training educators across the nation and around the world and organizing a community of change agents, BroSis builds on its legacy of youth-led activism to realize a more just and equitable future.

In 2022, BroSis moved into its current home, a brand new 20,000-square-foot community center made entirely for community and educational use. 

Thursday night’s gala highlighted BroSis’ inspiring young people, many of whom are attending college this fall. Putting a spotlight on their personal journeys through spoken word performances and speeches, the event provided an opportunity for supporters to celebrate BroSis’ commitment to helping youth. This year’s gala included special appearances from supporters of the organization.

“It is very exciting to celebrate the endeavors of an organization dedicated to empowering the lives of Black and Brown youth,” said Detavio Samuels, CEO of REVOLT and BroSis Board Member. “The Voices Gala is a tribute to the unwavering spirit of Black excellence and honors trailblazers who are paving the way for future generations. I’m excited to honor and amplify Black voices of all ages, from those who led the way to those who will be doing so in the future.”

MediaCo Holding Inc. CEO and BroSis chair Rahsan-Rahsan Lindsay echoed those thoughts. “BroSis continues to pave the way for our next generation of leaders, that leaves an impact not only on the youth members but also the communities they represent,” he said. “Voices speaks to the organization’s accomplishments and sheds light on how important our community’s resources are in making a difference.”

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