Purple Day is an international grassroots effort to increase awareness for epilepsy worldwide. On March 26th people in all countries are invited to wear purple and host events in support of epilepsy awareness. About Epilepsy Approximately 50 million people (2.2 million Americans) have epilepsy. It is one of the most common neurological diseases globally. Most epilepsy begins at the … [Read more...]
This Week In American History: Lucy Hobbs
This Week In American History: Lucy Hobbs. Born March 14, 1833 in Constable, New York. Hobbs is the first woman to receive a Ph.D. in dentistry. Dentistry Apprenticeship in Ohio In 1859, Hobbs moved to Ohio to pursue a degree in dentistry. Unfortunately, she was denied admission to the Eclectic Medical College and the Ohio College of Dentistry. Her denial was due to her gender. … [Read more...]
This Week In Alaskan History: Vern Tejas
This Week In Alaskan History: On March 7, 1988 Vern Tejas became the first person to complete a solo winter ascent of Denali, the highest mountain peak in North America. Tejas and His 1988 Solo Climb During his solo climb, Vern Tejas had to dig a snow cave for survival. He waited out a blizzard that had overcome him in the cave before returning to safety. Tejas and the Seven … [Read more...]
International Women’s Day
March 8th is International Women’s Day. The United States first honored the day on February 28th, 1909. International Women’s Day arose from the need for women’s labor reform. It also came from the increasing demand for women's right to vote in the United States and Europe throughout the early 1900’s. Brief History During the early to mid 1900s, there were few celebrations in the … [Read more...]
This Day In American History: The Peace Corps
This Day In American History: On March 5, 1961 President John F. Kennedy signed an executive order establishing the Peace Corps. The Peace Corps sends volunteers to developing countries to help with health care, education, housing, and other basic needs. JFK’s Signature Achievement The creation of the Peace Corps is considered one of the signature achievements of Kennedy’s … [Read more...]
Civil Rights Leaders At Carnegie Hall
This Week In American History: On February 23, 1968 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was key note speaker for civil rights leaders at Carnegie Hall for a benefit celebrating the 100th birthday of W.E.B DuBois. DuBois was the first African American to earn a doctorate. He later became a professor of history, sociology, and economics at Atlanta University. DuBois was also a civil rights … [Read more...]
