9 10 175 https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/3501c1806dbd5cb56d334299559b62c2.jpg 19ac57d8a28f357039ad12f25dee4daa 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 1969 Birthplace Roanoke Death Date 2008 Occupation Astrophysicist Biographical Text Beth Anne Brown (February 4, 1969–October 5, 2008), a Roanoke native, turned her love of science and science fiction into a career. Valedictorian of her class at William Fleming High School, she attended Howard University and in 1991 received her undergraduate degree in astrophysics. In 1998, Brown became the first African-American woman to receive a doctorate in astronomy from the University of Michigan. As a graduate student there she developed a still-popular course called Naked Eye Astronomy. Brown joined the National Aeronautics and Space Administration as a National Academy of Science/National Research Council Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Goddard Space Flight Center before moving to Goddard’s National Space Science Data Center. In 2006 she received a NASA Administrator’s Fellowship and served as a visiting assistant professor at Howard University. Brown published several articles on her research on elliptical galaxies. She shared her passion for astronomy and community by developing education and outreach projects for NASA, including its Multiwavelength Milky Way website. As an executive board member of the American Society of Black Physicists, she encouraged young African Americans to enter the field. Her last position with NASA was assistant director for Science Communications and Higher Education in its Science and Exploration Directorate. After Brown’s sudden death from a pulmonary embolism at age 39, her mother established the Dr. Beth A. Brown Science Foundation to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors who pursue degrees in astronomy or physics. In 2012, William Fleming High School named its science and pre-engineering hall in Brown’s honor. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2015" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2015</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Frances Brown 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 Beth Anne Brown Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource An astrophysicist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center, Beth A. Brown worked to inspire women and minorities to pursue careers in science. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2015 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Education Science and Medicine https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/bcb8a9424845647604c5197247e7f3a0.jpg cb0dec290d3d1b847f24cb4637a5ff73 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 1956 Birthplace Franklin Occupation Brigadier General Army Medical Service Corps Biographical Text Growing up in Franklin, Sheila Baxter excelled at basketball. When she played at Virginia State College (later University), she was its first female player to score 1,000 points over the course of her career. In 1977, she earned a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education. One of the few women to join the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps at Virginia State, Baxter was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Army Medical Service Corps in 1978. She later received a master’s degree in health services administration from Webster University and also attended the Army War College. Stationed around the country and overseas, Baxter was assigned posts of increasing responsibility in medical logistics, including a tour in Saudi Arabia during Operation Desert Storm. Promoted to brigadier general in 2003, she was the first woman and the second African American to hold that rank in the Medical Service Corps. In her final post, Baxter was commander of the Madigan Army Medical Center and the Western Regional Medical Command and was responsible for coordinating medical care and support for active-duty, National Guard, and Reserve troops in six states. The screening and health assessment program for returning troops implemented at Madigan during her tenure became a model for the Army. Her decorations include the Distinguished Service Award. Inspired by mentors who helped her achieve her goals, Baxter has made time throughout her career to help and advise young adults. After retiring in 2008, she earned a Divinity degree and continues to work with veterans as a chaplain. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2015" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2015</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="http://youtu.be/TaLE9yEtqoE" target="_blank" title="Baxter 2015 speech" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Sheila Baxter’s acceptance speech at the 2015 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 4, 2015. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Brigadier General Sheila Baxter. 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 Sheila R. Baxter Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Brigadier General Sheila Baxter was the first female and the second African-American brigadier general in the Army Medical Service Corps. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2015 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Military Science and Medicine https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/a8c995d2a2ce735a2920e517f0e615b7.jpg b3fcefba948a695e0a05ae5cff455a92 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 1983 Birthplace Richmond Occupation Football Player and Youth Mentor Biographical Text As a star athlete at Varina High School, Michael Robinson demonstrated the talent and drive that would take him to the National Football League. Playing quarterback at Pennsylvania State University, he led the team to the Big Ten Championship in 2005. That year he was named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year by the conference coaches and finished fifth in the Heisman Award voting. Drafted in the fourth round by the San Francisco 49ers in 2006, Robinson switched to running back and scored two touchdowns his rookie season. Signed by the Seattle Seahawks in 2010, he played fullback and was a key member of the special teams. His career highlight came in February 2014 at Super Bowl XLVIII when the Seahawks defeated the heavily favored Denver Broncos, after which he retired from the NFL. His career statistics include 115 carries for 422 yards and two touchdowns, along with 75 receptions for 610 yards and three touchdowns. A three-time Academic All-Big Ten selection at Penn State, Robinson graduated with a B.A. in advertising and public relations and a B.A. in journalism. A sought-after NFL analyst, he also has produced and hosted his own sports talk show. In 2010 Robinson established the Excel to Excellence foundation in Richmond to help disadvantaged children. Its projects include Team Excel, a program he developed in which athletes mentor students who compete for prizes by excelling in their school performance and in community service participation. Through his foundation, Robinson strives to make a difference in students' lives. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2016" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2016</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="https://youtu.be/A5kCKa4ub8Y" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Michael Robinson's speech at the 2016 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 3, 2016. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Michael Robinson. 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 Michael Robinson Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource A success in the classroom and on the gridiron, Super Bowl champion Michael Robinson encourages students to strive academically and participate in community service. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2016 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Community Leadership and Philanthropy Sports and Media https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/fb7129920328e0daa8877475ffb5a887.jpg ec09a207df9cbf3511c7aa4cfb340167 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 1964 Birthplace Richmond Occupation Attorney and Government Official Biographical Text Growing up in Richmond, Melody Barnes absorbed her parents' lessons about the importance of education, hard work, and common sense. After graduating from the city's public schools, she earned a B.A. with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1986 and a J.D. from the University of Michigan in 1989. Two years later she began her career in public service as assistant counsel to the U.S. House of Representatives' Judiciary Subcommittee on Civil and Constitutional Rights, where she played a role in the enactment of the Voting Rights Improvement Act of 1992. As director of legislative affairs for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Barnes used her influence to promote equality. In 1995 she began working for Sen. Edward Kennedy on the Senate Judiciary Committee, serving as his chief counsel from 1998 until 2003 and helping shape laws related to civil rights, women's health, and religious liberties. Barnes was the executive vice president for policy at the Center for American Progress when she became a policy advisor for Barack Obama's presidential campaign in 2008. As president, Obama tapped Barnes for the post of director of the White House Domestic Policy Council. During her three years as domestic policy director, she oversaw reforms focused on education and health care. Since leaving the White House in 2012, Barnes has continued to fulfill her passion for public service as a vice provost at New York University and chair of the Aspen Institute's Opportunity Youth Incentive Fund. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2016" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2016</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="https://youtu.be/ScXkjcp1aog" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Melody Barnes's speech at the 2016 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 3, 2016. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Melody Barnes. 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 Melody C. Barnes Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Fulfilling her passion for public service, Melody C. Barnes has been working to shape domestic policy in Washington, D.C., for more than 20 years. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2016 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Government and Law https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/77fdafc709630f1d68379af0d44d8534.jpg 50c68f5749556dfca3ac7943f0e9c7c5 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 1965 Birthplace Richmond Death Date 2015 Occupation Television News Anchor and Cancer Treatment Advocate Biographical Text Born in Tacoma, Washington, and a graduate of Louisiana State University, Stephanie Rochon (May 3, 1965–June 3, 2015) began her career in radio in Baton Rouge before ultimately becoming a news anchor in Austin, Texas. In 1999, she relocated to Richmond to serve as an evening news co-anchor at WTVR Channel 6. Asked by her news director to produce monthly reports on breast cancer awareness, Rochon drew on her mother’s experience as a breast cancer survivor for her “Buddy Check 6” segments. She related stories of survivors and important health information and in particular encouraged women to do self-exams and have a buddy remind them to get yearly mammograms. She focused especially on reaching low-income women and African Americans, who are disproportionally affected by the disease. The American Cancer Society honored her work with its Regional Media Award. In 2015, Rochon was nominated for an Emmy Award for “Buddy Check 6.” In addition to her work in the newsroom, Rochon served on the board of the Ellen Shaw de Paredes Breast Cancer Foundation, which helps provide access to mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women. Rochon also participated in the annual Gift of Life Block Walk, in which cancer survivors and volunteers visit underserved African-American communities to share information and raise awareness of breast health. After her death from bile duct cancer in 2015, the Virginia General Assembly recognized Rochon’s work on behalf of women’s health and the “Buddy Check 6” reports, which continue to air on Channel 6. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2017" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2017</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zvYDWDjZmrg" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Stephanie Rochon-Moten's family accept the award on her behalf at the 2017 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 3, 2017. Bibliography Image Courtesy of WTVR-TV6. 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 Stephanie Therese Rochon-Moten Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource News anchor Stephanie Rochon raised breast cancer awareness through her award-winning “Buddy Check 6” news segments. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Science and Medicine Sports and Media https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/93ef72ec52afb59c457df7c0154a6c1d.jpg 11e27765c9459edf2533a620d7127f94 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 1967 Birthplace Henrico County Occupation Judge of the Virginia Court of Appeals Biographical Text Growing up in Richmond, Mary Janipher Bennett Malveaux attended Collegiate School, where she nurtured a sense of service to her community. She attended the University of Virginia, graduating with a bachelor of arts degree in 1990. She earned a law degree at the University of Richmond’s T. C. Williams School of Law in 1993 and was admitted to the bar. The following year, Malveaux began working as an assistant commonwealth’s attorney for Henrico County and gained a reputation as a tough but fair prosecutor. She left in 1998 to join a private practice, where she practiced civil and criminal law. She also became involved with Voices for Virginia’s Children, a nonprofit organization that advocates public policies to improve the lives and well-being of children whose needs are often underserved, and was named to its board of directors in 2007. In 2011 Malveaux became the first African-American woman to be appointed a full-time General District Court judge in Henrico County. Two years later the governor appointed her to the Criminal Justice Services Board, which serves as the policy board for the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. The General Assembly recognized her talent and dedication on March 11, 2016, when it unanimously elected Malveaux as a judge on Virginia’s Court of Appeals, making her the second African-American woman to sit on the state’s second highest court. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2017" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2017</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x8sBNHF31aQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Mary Malveaux's speech at the 2017 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 3, 2017. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Mary Bennett Malveaux. 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 Mary Janipher Bennett Malveaux Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image Courtesy of Mary Bennett Malveaux Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Mary Janipher Bennett Malveaux is the first African-American woman to serve as a judge of Henrico County’s General District Court and the second to sit on Virginia’s Court of Appeals. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Government and Law https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/00e7519aa97dc1c4e4d6fd07eef89cec.jpg 4d1476136e264050cd0474ac0287c0aa 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. 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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 1958 Birthplace Hampton Occupation Youth Sports Mentor Biographical Text A basketball star at Hampton’s Phoebus High School, Marcellus Spencer “Boo” Williams, Jr., left for Philadelphia to become a college standout at Saint Joseph’s University. After playing professional basketball in Europe, Williams returned to Hampton to work as an insurance agent. Inspired by a Philadelphia youth basketball league, in 1982 he created the Boo Williams Summer League with only $400 and forty-six players. The league, now known as the Boo Williams Nike Invitational, has grown to more than 200 teams and more than 2,000 male and female participants from across the country. Over the years his teams have won multiple national Amateur Athletic Union Championships and many players have gone into the college, Olympic, and professional ranks. Envisioning a major youth sports facility for Hampton, in 2008 he opened the Boo Williams Sportsplex, a 135,000-square-foot, 4,000-seat, $13.5 million facility with eight basketball courts, twelve volleyball courts, eight indoor hockey fields, and an indoor track and field. Operating what the Philadelphia Inquirer has called “the nation’s premier youth organization,” Williams has been the AAU chairman of Boys Basketball and a member of the USA/ABA Cadet Committee for Development of Future Olympians. A member of Saint Joseph’s Hall of Fame, Williams was the Walt Disney Wide World of Sports Volunteer of the Year in 2001, and a member of the inaugural class of the Hampton Roads Sports Hall of Fame. In 2013 the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame named Williams one of its three winners of the Mannie Jackson–Basketball’s Human Spirit Award. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2014" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2014</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Marcellus Spencer Williams Jr. 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 Marcellus Spencer "Boo" Williams Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Marcellus Spencer “Boo” Williams, Jr., created a nationally known summer youth basketball program and led the way in developing a state-of-the-art community sports facility in Hampton. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2014 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Community Leadership and Philanthropy Sports and Media https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/47d86906fd2ed25b2c86d6e94471f3ea.jpg 4e56bf69f3f2344141538d157d2d2ec6 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 1940 Birthplace Accomack County Occupation Aviation Pioneer and Philanthropist Biographical Text William E. Bailey graduated from Accomack County’s segregated high school at the age of 15 and went on to study at Virginia State College (later Virginia State University). There he excelled in wrestling and in 2003 was named to the VSU Sports Hall of Fame. Before graduating in 1960, he entered the Reserve Officers’ Training Corps and in March 1962 he joined the army as a second lieutenant. At a time when few African Americans served as army aviators, Bailey was a combat pilot during the Vietnam War. He received many honors, including two Distinguished Flying Crosses, three Bronze Stars, and two Purple Hearts. Before retiring with the rank of colonel, he also served as a pilot assignment officer at the Pentagon and as the personal pilot for General William Westmoreland and Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey. Following his retirement Bailey became a commercial pilot for Continental Airlines. During his four decades in military and commercial aviation, he trained more than 1,000 students. A mentor to African-American students, he strives to increase diversity in the field of aviation and has assisted aspiring pilots through programs supported by the Organization of Black Airline Pilots. Bailey stresses the importance of pursuing higher education. As a member of the VSU Foundation's board of trustees, he has worked tirelessly to cultivate endowments and scholarships and helped establish the Bailey Family Endowment, which has provided more than $150,000 in financial aid to VSU students. In 2016 Bailey was inducted into the Virginia Aviation Hall of Fame. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2017" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2017</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rVnijJV7ddA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> William Bailey's speech at the 2017 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 3, 2017. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Bill Bailey. 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 William E. Bailey Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource After a decorated career as a military and commercial pilot, William E. Bailey continues to work for increased diversity in the aviation profession and to expand educational opportunities for African Americans. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Community Leadership and Philanthropy Military Sports and Media https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/9381052b1fb13a934418a56eaaaf36f9.jpg d03845d122e20e6b301f9c1424e7da1c 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 Suffolk Occupation Scientist Biographical Text Margaret Ellen Mayo Tolbert lost both her parents while growing up, but with support from her grandmother and mentors she graduated as valedictorian from East Suffolk High School. One of the few women studying chemistry at Tuskegee Institute (later Tuskegee University), she earned a bachelor of science degree in 1967. She went on to receive a master of science degree in analytical chemistry from Wayne State University and a doctorate in biochemistry from Brown University. In 1979 Tolbert became the first woman to direct Tuskegee’s Carver Research Foundation, a position that allowed her to travel to affiliated institutions in Africa. She later entered government service and in 1994 became director of the Division of Educational Programs at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory. Two years later she became the first African American and first woman named director of a Department of Energy laboratory (New Brunswick Laboratory). Tolbert was a senior advisor at the National Science Foundation, where she managed science and technology centers at major universities, and also worked to increase diversity in science and technology from 2002 until her retirement in 2011. Tolbert has received numerous honors, including Tuskegee’s George Washington Carver Distinguished Service Award in 2007. She was named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in 1988. The author of numerous scientific papers, she also published her memoir, Resilience in the Face of Adversity: A Suffolkian’s Life Story (2015), in which she affirms the human ability to survive the unexpected, rally against adversity, and charge ahead on a path to personal accomplishment. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2017" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2017</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14DBSAWbN5U" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Margaret Tolbert's speech at the 2017 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 3, 2017. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Margaret E. M. Tolbert. 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 Margaret Ellen Mayo Tolbert Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Throughout her pioneering career in science, Margaret Ellen Mayo Tolbert has encouraged and inspired women and minorities to choose careers in math and science. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2017 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Science and Medicine https://www.lva.virginia.gov/collections/educator-resources/changemakers/files/original/ce4c33421a917c3df2bdd53d3ac3194d.jpg 537b16dfe38602594d1c5c38595eb53d 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 1941 Birthplace Richmond Occupation President of Virginia Union University Biographical Text Claude G. Perkins understood the value of education early in life. He earned a B.S. from Mississippi Vocational College (later Mississippi Valley State University), an M.A. from Purdue University, and a Ph.D. from Ohio University. He began his distinguished career in education with the school system of Clark County, Nevada, where he oversaw its desegregation program and became its first African American school superintendent. He first came to Virginia as an assistant superintendent for secondary education with the Richmond City Public Schools and later oversaw all of the city's schools and operations. Moving to the academic ranks, Perkins was an education professor and founding director of the Center for Educational Leadership at Clarion University of Pennsylvania. He later sat as graduate dean and associate vice president for academic affairs at Albany State University in Georgia. Perkins came out of retirement in 2009 to become the 12th president of Virginia Union University. Building on his impressive record of academic leadership he has focused on making student achievement the university's top priority and has worked to expand scholarship opportunities, hire new faculty, and develop new academic programs. During his tenure the endowment has increased nearly 50 percent and campus facilities have been improved. Reflecting his personal community involvement, VUU student volunteerism in the Richmond area has grown to record levels and been recognized nationally. Despite the challenges faced during his tenure, Perkins's efforts have garnered national rankings for the university and set Virginia Union on the path to long-term success. <a href="https://edu.lva.virginia.gov/changemakers/strong-mw-2016" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2016</a> Strong Men & Women in Virginia History honoree, Library of Virginia and Dominion. <a href="https://youtu.be/yUiBQLU9rIE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Watch</a> Claude Perkins's speech at the 2016 Strong Men and Women in Virginia History awards ceremony on February 3, 2016. Bibliography Image Courtesy of Virginia Union University. 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 Claude Grandford Perkins Subject The topic of the resource Strong Men and Women in Virginia History Description An account of the resource Appointed the 12th president of Virginia Union University in 2009, Claude Grandford Perkins has worked tirelessly to expand the school's horizons and preserve its future. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2016 Strong Men & Women in Virginia History Honoree Education