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HBCU Week: Beyond the Field

Season 8 Episode 4 | 26m 03s

HBCU Week: BEYOND THE FIELD takes you inside the heart of HBCUs. Experience the CIAA in Maryland, a cornerstone of Black athletics history, and feel the electrifying atmosphere of Louisiana's Bayou Classic - an annual showdown between Grambling State and Southern University. The episode offers a unique look beyond sports, highlighting the culture, history, and community spirit that define HBCUs.

Aired: 02/18/24 | Expires: 02/18/28
Major funding for Local, USA provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
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Young Black men seek wisdom from an older generation, hoping to avoid becoming another statistic.
Young Black men seek wisdom from an older generation, hoping to avoid becoming another statistic.
Overlooked since the 1970s, abstract artist Peter Bradley reflects on life and shares his process.
Overlooked since the 1970s, abstract artist Peter Bradley reflects on life and shares his process.
A female photographer struggles to navigate diverging roles as good mother and acclaimed artist.
A female photographer struggles to navigate diverging roles as good mother and acclaimed artist.
Women leaders reclaim for their right to share the indigenous practice of controlled burning.
Women leaders reclaim for their right to share the indigenous practice of controlled burning.
A love story of salmon, water and family that explores this deep connection for the Lummi people.
A love story of salmon, water and family that explores this deep connection for the Lummi people.
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