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Hello History lovers, Let's learn about George Washington Carver, one of the Most influential personality in American History!! (1). He was THE FIRST AFRICAN American to earn a BACHELOR'S DEGREE despite Being Born Into slavery in Missouri!! (2). His Work —along with that of peanut butter innovators Edson, Kellogg and Straub—helped establish peanut butter as the nutritious staple ingredient found in 94 percent of American households today. (3). Carver remained at Tuskegee Institute for the remainder of his life. When Carver finished his master’s programme, he had many avenues for employment but accepted an offer at Tuskegee Institute, Booker T. Washington’s new vocational school for African Americans. Washington provided him with two rooms – one for his plants – and a higher salary than other employees, but the investment was worthwhile, as Carver remained at Tuskegee for the rest of his life. Carver was not much interested in teaching and preferred to be researching, though he was admired by his students. It was at Tuskegee that Carver was able to experiment with the farming methods for which he would become known. (4). He created a commercial need for peanuts and sweet potatoes. (5). Carver convinced Congress to impose a tariff on foreign peanuts #History #Historyfacts #Blackhistory #Blackhistory365 #Afrohistory #GeorgeWashingtonCarver

Written by our intern Ethan (https://lnkd.in/eghJTgPn ) on The Cardinal Review: In the face of unprecedented challenges and stark divisions, it is more critical now than ever for the United States to remain united and strong.

HBCUs are a crucial cornerstone of academia, and HBCU scientists have been advancing the agrifood sector for centuries. In a past episode of the #FoodSafetyMatters podcast, we were joined by respected food safety expeert Larry Keener CFS PA IFT Fellow and Tuskegee University's Dr. Norma Dawkins to discuss the importance of HBCUs, as well as the life and legacy of George Washington Carver, whose impact on agriculture resonates to this day. 🔊 Listen to it here, or through your favorite podcast player: https://lnkd.in/gcBwQme2 #foodsafety #foodscience #foodindustry #agriculture #HBCUs #BlackHistoryMonth

Is it time to rethink rotations? 🤔 Hutchinsons’ Will Foyle, Dick Neale and Georgina Wallis discuss how now is the ideal time to review rotation planning due to farm support shifting further towards crop-specific measures within the SFI. 📖Read more here: https://loom.ly/bM6jXo4

🧡 Happy National Principals Month, Mrs. Norris! 🧡 Curious about Mrs. Norris' favorite thing about school as a child? Or what is on her bucket list? Find out the answers and more in this video where Superintendent Dr. Maglisceau chats with Mrs. Norris, Principal of MartinElementary School! 🎥 Watch here: https://lnkd.in/g5SvpCPT

Did you know that our Notre Dame Vision program has hosted a total of 300 students from 26 countries outside of the United States. Also, it has had 3,172 students return for multiple years of the program. Learn more about our transformative Vision program, which helps both professionals and students develop the gifts God has given them based on the examples of the saints here: https://hubs.la/Q02PRSz80

Learn more about Pearl Quick as she champions, the significance of nourishing, culturally diverse foods, empowering Black and Brown youth and staff with knowledge about cultivation. 🪴🪱

World War II was a rallying cry for the country. The history of heroic deeds and world-changing battles has been studied extensively and cataloged in museums, history textbooks and family homes across the United States. However, one lasting result of the war that might not be as well known is its impact on the dry cleaning industry and our environment. The availability of TCE, a popular dry cleaning chemical during the 1930s and 40s, diminished during the war, leading cleaners to switch to something more readily available. The unintended consequences of this switch linger in the ground to this day, causing health and safety concerns across the country. Learn all about the history of dry cleaning, vapor intrusion and how the DNR is leading the way in minimizing these environmental risks in the spring issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine: https://lnkd.in/gaGCfdNE

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This year marks 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ years of Walton County! We're reflecting on the rich history of this incredible destination and how it has evolved over the years while staying true to the unique founding spirit in this article. Read it all here ⬇️ https://ow.ly/SQXg50QlCxi