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Saint Paul marks centennial of Black History Month with HBCU, Divine 9 proclamations and community testimony
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The council hosted a large public program and adopted a proclamation recognizing the centennial of Black History Month, featuring testimony from HBCU alumni groups, Divine 9 chapters and local civic leaders about mentorship, scholarships and civic service.
The Saint Paul City Council held a large public hearing and program recognizing the 100th anniversary of Black History Month and adopted a proclamation honoring historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), the National Pan‑Hellenic Council (Divine 9) and Links Incorporated.
Mayor Kaleigh Hur read a proclamation commemorating the centennial and councilmembers Anika Buie and Shaniqua Johnson introduced community speakers. Dozens of representatives from Minnesota HBCU Alumni, the National Pan‑Hellenic Council, the Links and local fraternities and sororities addressed the council about mentorship, scholarship programs, civic engagement and local partnerships. Speakers highlighted scholarship awards, childhood hunger initiatives, mentoring programs and local partnerships with schools and universities.
Councilmembers thanked organizers for convening the centennial program; the council closed the public hearing and adopted the resolution unanimously. Organizers and chapter leaders noted ongoing programs such as college fairs, scholarship funds and community service work that benefit Saint Paul residents.
Council President Naker and council sponsors said the recognition affirms the civic and cultural contributions of HBCUs and Divine 9 organizations to the city’s history and future.
