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Her Sankofa Way: The Education of Dr. Delia Cook Gillis and Her Unfettered Southern Roots from Virginia to Missouri, Greenwood to Ghana, and Beyond

Nothing in Dr. Gillis’ career as an African historian and professor spanning three decades is more consistent than the gravitational pull of her small-town Virginian roots and her innate ability to “look back” to advance the African American agenda. Sankofa is a word in the Akan language of Ghana that means “go back and get it” and can translate as “to look into one’s past in order to move forward.” This is the common denominator in Dr. Gillis’ personal and professional life – it’s her Sankofa way.

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Top 5 Packing Mistakes to Avoid

Travel writer, Patrick Frugé, provides the top 5 packing mistakes you must avoid as you prepare for your big trip in 2020. These tips will even keep you from getting in trouble with security at the airport!

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Holiday Travel Safety Tips

Travel Consultant, Patrick Frugé, offers clear cut travel safety tips for the holidays and brings us back to basics when it comes to taking measures to keep our possessions secure while traveling.

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