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Positive Black Male News: Father, son to graduate Morehouse College together

Posted on May 15, 2013 by theblackmancan
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By: Blayne Alexander ATLANTA — This weekend will be a busy one for Dorian Joyner, Sr. Sunday morning, he will watch his oldest son graduate from Morehouse College. Joyner will have a front row seat for commencement. After all, he … Continue reading →

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The Village: WeDoBigThings “Brilliance & Big Things” Symposium

Posted on May 14, 2013 by theblackmancan
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“The focus of this symposium is to promote the success, sophistication, and significance of Black men that goes overlooked due to negative media depictions of Black men.  Reclaiming our positive Black image as men and not just males, speakers/presenters are invited … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: 100 Percent of Urban Prep Seniors College-Bound for 4th year in row

Posted on April 10, 2013 by theblackmancan
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By Sharon Wright and BJ Lutz Urban Prep Academy is continuing its record of success. For the last three years, all graduation seniors from the charter school’s Englewood campus have been college bound. This year, the inaugural graduating class of the West … Continue reading →

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His Story: Deeper than Rap: Chief Keef isn’t the problem

Posted on March 11, 2013 by theblackmancan
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I have to admit, until recently I didn’t really know who Chief Keef was I recognized his name from the hit “I Don’t Like,” but not much else. I starting inquiring about him more as he feuded with Lupe Fiasco, Lil Jojo got … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: 4-year-old is a musical prodigy on the drums

Posted on March 11, 2013 by theblackmancan
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Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Moss Bluff, LA (KPLC) – “He just wouldn’t stop banging on things. All day, everyday.” Moss Bluff’s Ryan Clemons is talking about her 4-year-old son, Tyler. Differentiating Tyler’s … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Institute for Responsible Citizenship Announces Class of 2014

Posted on March 7, 2013 by theblackmancan
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Institute Announces Class of 2014 The Institute for Responsible Citizenship announces its Class of 2014. These twelve talented young men will participate in the Institute’s intensive program in Washington, DC during the summers of 2013 and 2014. They will live … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Anthony McGill and Demarre McGill, brothers making it big in classical music

Posted on March 4, 2013 by theblackmancan
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Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Follow Anthony McGill on Twitter at @mcgillab Source: The Grio theblackmancan.org wants to provide you with news stories from across the world that promote a positive black male image. … Continue reading →

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Positive Black Male News: Teen Jeopardy Champ Wows the Crowd

Posted on February 21, 2013 by theblackmancan
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17-year-old Arkansas eSTEM Public Charter High School student Leonard Cooper wins $75,000 in Jeopardy! teen tournament theblackmancan.org wants to provide you with news stories from across the world that promote a positive black male image. Many of the stories featured … Continue reading →

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