AAASCEC Programs
History of Black Columbus
The History of Black Columbus is a product of the Annual History of Black Columbus Conference that brings the Columbus community together to celebrate the rich history of African Americans in Columbus and increase awareness regarding the significant contribution African Americans have made in all areas of life in the city. Each year, the conference features photo exhibits, seminars and presentations all pertaining to a chosen topic for that year.Here is the List of Topics that have been discussed in our Conferences thus far and the associated histories that were discussed at the conference.
Pioneers in EducationConference Information
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Dr. Evelyn F. Luckey
She has been described as a vanguard, but Dr. Luckey would never describe herself that way. Dr. Evelyn F. Luckey was motivated by practicality upon entering the education field, she knew she could get a job. Luckey earned a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science Degree in psychology and English. In 1950, she obtained a Master of Arts in English and, in 1970, a doctorate of philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction all from The Ohio State University. Read more..... -
Lottie M. McCoy and Emma A. McCoy
Born in Georgia in 1918 and 1920, at the age of 3 years and 9 months, Lottie and Emma McCoy along with their father and siblings moved to Columbus, Ohio, after the death of their mother so that they could be closer to their father’s sister and brother. At a young age the McCoy siblings were taught the importance of education and of being self-sufficient. Read more..... -
Mrs. Ruthene J. Pearson
Ruthene Pearson attended Champion when it was an elementary school, then graduated from Champion as a Junior High School. She began her work history with the Columbus public schools system as a secretary and loves pushing paper and pencils. Pearson took business classes in the evening, started as a clerk with the Board of Education and went on to be a substitute teacher while working as a secretary for Champion Junior High School. Read more..... -
Dr. Amos J. White
As a young person in Portsmouth, Ohio, Dr. Amos J. White aspired to be a teacher, lawyer, or minister. In many respects, he has served, at least indirectly, in each of these capacities as an advocate for educator. Read more..... -
Mr. Edward J. Willis
Mr. Willis has been an anchor in the Columbus community for many years. Many will remember his years as the activist principal of East High School from 1971 to 1986 and the energetic principal of Champion Middle School from 1962 to 1971. Read more.....
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Dr. Evelyn F. Luckey
