7 10 175 https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/b57cabe662e3ef33111388c4f85e1724.jpg da8d934a8436e1961849a9165f956c08 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birthplace Harrisonburg Biographical Text Following the Persian Gulf War, he fled Iraq to avoid capture and probable execution after serving as a translator for an agency with U.S. clients. He owns a carpet-cleaning business and was the first Kurdish refugee to be resettled in Harrisonburg, where he and his wife and five children still live. Watch excerpts from Rasheed's interview about: <ul> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/cEBRKESBwoA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Challenges</a> (0:57)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/yU2R_hhOVCE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Journey</a> (2:12)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/bg_idYDqeL4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Virginia</a> (0:28)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/65ciuGpmDQE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (0:41)</li> </ul> Bibliography Photograph courtesy of Virginia Humanities, photography by Pat Jarrett. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rasheed Qambari Subject The topic of the resource New Virginians Description An account of the resource A native of Kurdish Iraq, Rasheed Qambari, owns a carpet-cleaning business in Harrisonburg. Business and Entrepreneurship https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/c8af9269b243113fa7d445d3aa7d48fb.jpg 6c847ff8971c35b5e02293e075e4c751 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birthplace Prince William County Biographical Text A former middle school teachers in Prince William County, he came to the United States with his family at the age of 10. He served as a sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, was deployed in Iraq, and taught U.S. history, civics, and mathematics before being appointed secretary of education for the Commonwealth of Virginia. Watch excerpts from Atif's interview about: <ul> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/58a58dlqRms" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Belonging </a>(3:01)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/5sDn5muZ-Os" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Belonging</a> (2:22)</li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVVvFFf8wBI&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Virginia</a> (2:49)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/be0kOxcLTRw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (2:22)</li> </ul> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Cq6YE91UBE&list=PLGS4_B5HRxAyD4EPIcIbrSoi8Ayhoc2Q-&index=2&t=0s">Click here to watch the full unedited interview</a> Bibliography Photograph courtesy of Virginia Humanities, photography by Pat Jarrett. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Atif Qarni Subject The topic of the resource New Virginians Description An account of the resource A native of Pakistan, Atif Qarni is currently the secretary of education for the Commonwealth of Virginia Education Government and Law https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/72148da7c2bb4e2e3077c76e29512e02.jpg 98660cb6730680c78d74623fa4695f9e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birthplace Eastern Shore Biographical Text After beginning life in the United States as migrant laborers working produce fields in Virginia and Florida, he now builds and repairs poultry shipping crates on Eastern Shore, and she is raising their four children. Watch excerpts from Pedro and Loida's interview about: <ul> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/F5-OgIVC4T4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (1:49)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/kRVuAE_tIDQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (1:58)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/ACDUdyLcvbA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (1:42)</li> </ul> Bibliography Photograph courtesy of Virginia Humanities, photography by Pat Jarrett. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Pedro Sanchez and Loida Tema Subject The topic of the resource New Virginians Description An account of the resource Natives of Mexico and Guatemala, Pedro builds and repairs poultry shipping crates on Eastern Shore, and Loida is raising their four children. Business and Entrepreneurship https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/8412bde2d55b55811153818f0b9bd00d.jpg 75f2e01389ad027de99bd9fd38a50b5d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birthplace Reston Biographical Text The daughter of a Chinese dissident, she is a 2018 graduate of South Lakes High School in Reston and recipient of the Fairfax County 2018 Student Peace Award for her work in training others to advocate for human rights and democracy. Watch excerpts from Zhiyi's interview about: <ul> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/k0iltVKZ4ak" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Challenges</a> (2:19)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/6vPjrlLhKq4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (1:45)</li> </ul> Bibliography Photograph courtesy of Virginia Humanities, photography by Pat Jarrett. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Zhiyi (Joycee) Wang Subject The topic of the resource New Virginians Description An account of the resource A native of China, Zhiyi (Joycee) Wang is a recipient of the Fairfax County 2018 Student Peace Award. Civil Rights and Reform https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/9c3a29ccb319c9bd0aaace6da4ed1d6a.jpg 915cf75ad5ea0d558b55dee565d3bc32 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birthplace Reston Biographical Text Raised in Belfast, where he studied art and worked as a bartender, he first came to the United States on a tourist visa and then lived as a temporary resident in Colorado. He and his wife and their two children currently live in Reston, where he works as a baker. Watch excerpts from David's interview about: <ul> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/Qht7I3hjEl0" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Challenges</a> (1:14)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/i9zCU3FWvps" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (1:53)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/-rhJ3GFQPpI" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (1:57)</li> </ul> Bibliography Photograph courtesy of Virginia Humanities, photography by Pat Jarrett. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource David Weir Subject The topic of the resource New Virginians Description An account of the resource A native of Northern Ireland, David Weir works as a baker in Reston. Business and Entrepreneurship https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/ce878437f2f8b3a6b6de6ef908a343f7.jpg 6aab49d07e2192db3af4529b77b688ec Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birthplace Charlottesville; Native of Tajikistan Biographical Text Trained as a physicist (in spectrometry), Elena Zemmel and her family were granted asylum in the United States in the 1990s. She currently works as an administrative assistant in the Department of East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at the University of Virginia. Watch excerpts from Elena's interview about: <ul> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/wqKU6gERBwI" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Journey</a> (0:45)</li> <li><a href="https://youtu.be/cdccQFffzUE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opportunity</a> (2:21)</li> </ul> Bibliography Photograph courtesy of Virginia Humanities, photography by Pat Jarrett. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Elena Zemmel Subject The topic of the resource New Virginians Description An account of the resource A native of Tajikistan, Elena Zemmel works at University of Virginia in Charlottesville. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource New Virginians Education https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/3f23c42702e4a90d39374f8c241ed527.jpg 40beba2615dd5739acf071632f3cc59c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birth Date 1928 Birthplace Fredericksburg Occupation Educator and Health Care Advocate Biographical Text After earning a bachelor's degree from Virginia State College (later Virginia State University), Accomack County native Marguerite Bailey Young continued her studies at Columbia University and the University of Virginia. She began teaching in Greensville County before relocating in 1957 to Fredericksburg, where she taught business classes at the segregated high school. Her skills and passion for education led to her promotion as a principal in 1976 and later to her position as director of instruction for the city's schools. Dedicated throughout her 40-year career to providing a strong education to all students, Young secured grant funding for underprivileged schools through the federal Title I program, spearheaded the establishment of a community tutoring program, and helped implement a program to help minority students cover college application costs. A champion for accessible health care, Young was a founding member of the Healthcare Assembly to assess medical needs in the community. She sat on the board of trustees for Mary Washington Hospital from 1988 to 2000 and helped establish its Community Service Fund (later the Community Benefit Fund) to support health care projects around Fredericksburg. She helped create programs that provide mobile health services in local school districts and access to medications with free prescriptions, and also directed the wellness center at Shiloh Baptist Church (Old Site). Young has received numerous accolades for her community activism, including the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce's Prince B. Woodard Leadership Award for vision, integrity, and extraordinary service. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2018</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion Energy. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXQ80ehac7Q" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Marguerite Bailey Young's speech at the 2018 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 7, 2018. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Mark Olson. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Marguerite Bailey Young Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Marguerite B. Young has dedicated her life to education, community service, and accessible health care. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Community Leadership and Philanthropy Education https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/42635b0db31c8869d1906edc715eff65.jpg be755d439022e359872a406133ba0571 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birth Date 1953 Birthplace Richmond Occupation Judge and Youth Advocate Biographical Text Angela Edwards Roberts grew up in Caroline County, where her parents taught her the importance of living up to her potential. She studied political science at Virginia Tech, earning a degree with honors in only three years. In 1980, she graduated from Emory University with a juris doctor degree and joined a private legal practice in Atlanta. After returning to Virginia, she became the first African-American woman to be an assistant commonwealth’s attorney in Richmond and a staff attorney for the Virginia State Bar. On February 22, 1990, the General Assembly elected Roberts a judge of the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court in Richmond, making her the first African-American woman elected a judge in Virginia. She helped implement reforms to streamline court administration and improve case scheduling. Roberts worked with the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative to reduce the reliance on detention for juveniles awaiting trial, which led to the adoption of cost-effective and successful practices in the city and around the state. In 2000, Roberts established an annual Adoption Day ceremony to celebrate the final adoption of children in Richmond’s foster care system. She served two terms as the chief judge of the court before retiring in 2016, and she continues to sit as a substitute judge. Roberts has served on numerous state boards and commissions and has received many honors for her work on and off the bench. The YWCA named her one of its Outstanding Women in Law of Central Virginia in 2005, and the Old Dominion Bar Association honored her with its Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2018</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion Energy. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3InD4Que8k" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Angela Roberts's speech at the 2018 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 7, 2018. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Angela E. Roberts. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Angela Edwards Roberts Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource As a judge in Richmond’s Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, Angela Edwards Roberts has been a forceful advocate for vulnerable youth and families within the criminal justice system. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Community Leadership and Philanthropy Government and Law https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/c8b0e472e05e82d8380316eda1e30ec9.jpg 1f90ce4ffc123f09e16b66fc866f38b4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birth Date 1943 Birthplace Salem Occupation Nurse and Administrator Biographical Text Mavis Claytor-Ford grew up on her family's farm in Franklin County, where her great-grandparents had lived in slavery. At the age of 16, she was responsible for her ailing grandmother's care, which led to her decision to become a nurse. Claytor–Ford began her training at Provident Hospital in Baltimore. After earning her licensed practical nursing certificate, she worked briefly as a surgical nurse in Roanoke, but desired more training. She was accepted into the University of Virginia's nursing program, but when she arrived on campus in 1968, the dormitory staff refused to allot her a room. With assistance from the nursing dean, Claytor–Ford secured housing and refused to let the setback deter her from success. She became the first African American to earn a bachelor's degree in nursing from the university when she graduated in 1970, and she went on to earn a master's degree in nursing in 1985. Claytor–Ford was one of the first black professional nurses employed at the university's hospital, and she later enjoyed a successful career at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Salem. Focused on geriatric care, Claytor–Ford encouraged pet therapy and participated in a study of the effects of light and sound stimuli on the behavior of Alzheimer's patients at the center. Her concern for patients' personal care led her to collaborate with a Virginia Tech project to test the accessibility of modular bathroom components. Claytor–Ford retired as the chief nurse for geriatrics and extended care after more than three decades at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2018</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion Energy. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Mavis Claytor-Ford. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mavis Claytor–Ford Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource The first African American to earn a nursing degree from the University of Virginia, Mavis Claytor–Ford focused on geriatric care during her 30-year career at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Science and Medicine https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/09a6b3b87125836f5347c961001387e5.jpg d70d013502a427291fd560eae71541e3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Contemporary United States Description An account of the resource This era is, in large part, a study of the United States as a global power – politically, economically and militarily. The detente with the Communist China under Nixon begins a shift in our “Domino Theory” in Asia. The collapse of the Soviet Union, the overthrow of communist governments in Eastern Europe, and the end of the Cold War and the nuclear arms race also changed how the United States interacted with Europe. At the same time, intervention and actions increased in our own hemisphere and in the Middle East. Terrorism also became a driving force behind foreign policy. Politically, there was a shift away from liberalism for much of this time period. Political scandals such as Watergate and Iran-Contra were treated differently than previous scandals, thanks in large part to an increase in television coverage. The governmental role in the economy, environmental protection, social welfare, and more shifted greatly during this time period and that role, and its scope, are still being debated today. Socially, this time period saw for the first time immigration primarily from Asia and Central America. A new wave of reform movements promoted environmental, feminist, and civil rights agendas. There was also a resurgence of religious evangelicalism. Technological advances once again redefined not only the economic landscape of America, but also the lives of everyday citizens. Learn more in the National U.S. History Content Standards. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1968-Present Person An individual. Birth Date 1946 Birthplace Hampton Occupation Physicist and Educator Biographical Text Warren Wesley Buck III grew up in Washington, D.C., and studied mathematics at Morgan State College (later Morgan State University). He enrolled at the College of William and Mary, where he received a master’s degree in experimental and theoretical plasma physics (1970) and a doctorate degree in theoretical relativistic nuclear physics (1976). He joined the faculty of Hampton University in 1984. Buck was a prominent member of the intellectual team that built the U.S. Department of Energy’s Continuous Electron Beam Accelerator Facility (known as Jefferson Lab), in Newport News, where he also established a summer graduate studies program in nuclear physics. The founding director of the Nuclear/High Energy Physics Research Center of Excellence at Hampton, Buck was a major force in creating the school’s PhD program in physics, the first doctoral degree offered by the university. In 1999, Buck became chancellor of the University of Washington–Bothell and oversaw its transition to a four-year institution. He later returned to teaching physics and in 2009 became director of the school’s science and technology program. Buck has continued his research throughout his career and published articles in numerous academic journals. In 2007–2008, he served as co-chair of the Committee on New Opportunities in Solar System Exploration of NASA’s New Frontiers Program. A talented watercolorist, Buck also explores the overlap between physics and the visual arts. Buck has received numerous honors for his work and was named a fellow of the American Physical Society in 1998. The College of William and Mary awarded him an honorary degree in 2013, and he currently sits on its board of visitors. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2018</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion Energy. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Warren Wesley Buck III. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Warren Wesley Buck III Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Nationally recognized physicist Warren Wesley Buck III helped create Hampton University’s doctoral program in physics and works to attract a diverse student population to the field. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2018 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Education Science and Medicine