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Jackson State University

By Rhodes, Lelia G

Jackson State University

By Rhodes, Lelia G

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Before it was Jackson State University(R), it was Natchez Seminary, a school built on a vision of education and empowerment. In 1877, H. P. Jacobs and Black ministers from the Mississippi Baptist Missionary Convention, in partnership with the American Baptist Home Mission Society, founded Natchez Seminary to educate newly freed Black students. That institution grew into Jackson State University, a powerhouse of education, culture, and progress. For decades, JSU's first official history was available only to those who could find a rare copy. Now, this landmark work is back. A story of resilience and triumph, Jackson State University: The First Hundred Years, 1877-1977 reflects the broader Black American journey, showing progress against the odds. It is a must-read for alumni and students. The book is also a vital researcher's resource for scholars studying historically Black colleges and universities, civil rights, and Black education. In anticipation of JSU's sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) in 2027, Jackson State University: The First Hundred Years, 1877-1977 by Lelia G. Rhodes is available again for scholars, alumni, and anyone interested in the legacy of historically Black colleges and universities.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
432
Release Date:
2026-01-15
Publication Date:
2025-12-03
Publisher:
University Press of Mississippi
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1496860667
ISBN13:
9781496860668
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
741 g
Height:
170 cm
Width:
244 cm
Thickness:
23 cm
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