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The Wisdom of Our Elders

Posted on June 8, 2014 by andrewrhairston

I delivered this message for Acts Community Baptist Church’s commemoration of National Children’s Sunday on June 8, 2014. Please bow your heads. Lord, thank you for providing us with the opportunity to convene together in the presence of the Holy … Continue reading →

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My Tribute to ASB

Posted on March 15, 2014 by andrewrhairston

In memory of Donald A. Hill, Jr. 1992-2012 The Howard University Alternative Spring Break (ASB) program just completed its twentieth year of service. Born in the Office of the Dean of the Chapel, this university-wide community service initiative has evolved … Continue reading →

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The Continued Necessity of Historically Black Colleges and Universities

Posted on March 2, 2014 by andrewrhairston

On March 2, 1867, President Andrew Johnson approved a congressional enactment that chartered the Howard University in the District of Columbia. I dedicate this piece to my alma mater and to the 104 other historically Black colleges and universities in … Continue reading →

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Call to Action: A Review of the New Jim Crow

Posted on February 20, 2014 by andrewrhairston

This piece appeared in the February 2014 edition of the LSU Law Center’s Student Publication – The Civilian.  As I began my junior year at Howard University in August of 2011, I was drawn to the story of Troy Davis. … Continue reading →

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