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CES-7594The Rise of Black Businesses in America
Course Description
Explore untold stories of Black resilience and achievement with author and historian, Anthony Brogdon. From the arrival of the first enslaved Africans in 1619 to the rise of Motown Records, Brogdon will share stories of Black-owned businesses, the history of Black business districts, and will discuss how freed slaves built their enterprises. Learn about the challenges they faced and how their triumphs shaped America. Doors open at 11:15am. Full, buffet lunch served including vegetarian and gluten free options. All proceeds support student scholarships.
Course Schedule
Fall - 2025
| Course | Section | Course Title | Meeting Info | Meeting Dates | Instructors | Fee/Senior Cost Fee | CEUs | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CES-7594 | 947402 | The Rise of Black Businesses in America | 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500A. 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500B. 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500C. 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500D. 1 Week | 11/21/25 - 11/21/25 | A. Brogdon | $49.00/ SA$39.20 | 0.10 | Open |
| Description | Details |
|---|---|
| Course: | CES-7594 |
| Section: | 947402 |
| Course Title: | The Rise of Black Businesses in America |
| Meeting Info: | 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500A. 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500B. 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500C. 11/21/2025 LEC Friday 11:30 AM-02:00 PM, Room VT 500D. 1 Week |
| Meeting Dates: | 11/21/25 - 11/21/25 |
| Instructors: | A. Brogdon |
| Fee/Senior Cost Fee: | $49.00/ SA$39.20 |
| CEUS: | 0.10 |
| Status: | Open |
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