Historians study food for many reasons, but Michael Collins likes to single one out in particular. “It speaks to the importance of the daily lives of common people,” said Collins, a Sacramento State ...

It is often said that those who do not study history will be doomed to repeat it. Whatever afterlife David McCullough finds himself in, it will not involve repeating history. The Pittsburgh native and ...

What began as Negro History Week in 1926 has grown into what is now recognized as Black History Month. As the 100th anniversary approaches, it provides an opportunity to reflect on how it began and to ...

Before February concludes, let us further reflect on the significance of Black History Month. It is a time when we reflect on the rich tapestry of African American culture, heritage and contributions ...

Two new history books make a strong case for why learning about the past is critical to understanding the world today. First, History Matters is a posthumous collection of writings by American ...

I sincerely believe there is still a necessity for Black History Month. I have been a student and teacher of Black history for more than six decades and counting. And I say Black history should be ...

As Black History Month comes to an end, a pair of University of Utah reps defended its continuing importance in a panel discussion.

Social studies groups statewide are pushing back against a plan out of Albany they say would downgrade the importance of coursework in history and civics during a time when such lessons should take ...

NEWBURYPORT — In the midst of Black History Month, local leaders took a moment to reflect on what it means and how the community has honored Black history. “Black History Month is an opportunity not ...