Leaders
This celebrated journalist was a refugee from Haiti who went on to become the Governor General from 2005-2010
Who is Michaelle Jean?
Featured on the new $10 Canadian bill this woman challenged systemic discrimination in Nova Scotia
Who is Viola Desmond?
The title of Beyonce’s 2016 album has songs such as “Sorry” and “6 Inch”).
What is Lemonade?
This NBA player was named MVP in the finals playoff of 2019 which led to a Toronto Raptors victory
Who is Kawhi Leonard?
This is a LUSU society that brings together students from Africa and the Caribbean
What is AFCASA?
This woman was Canada’s first Black Senator
Who is Senator Anne Cools?
This was a network that helped slaves escape and find refuge in Canada and free states
What is the Underground Railroad?
This American city is famous for its tradition of jazz music, French Quarter and tradition of Mardi Gras
What is New Orleans?
This female tennis player for holding all four Grand Slam titles in Tennis
Who is Serena Williams?
This Lakehead University Department provides policy development and education on topics in human rights as well as support to anyone affected by discrimination
What is the Office of Human Rights and Equity?
This Black Civil Rights leader is famous for his pacifism and his speech which starts with “I have a dream.”
Who is Martin Luther King Jr.?
This province was home to many historic Black communities made up of those who escaped slavery in the United States including one of the first neighbourhoods established by Black Canadians called Africville.
What is Nova Scotia?
This American talk show host is known for her long-running, successful show as well as for being the first African-American woman to launch her production company among many other accomplishments
Who is Oprah Winfrey?
This Athlete led the Canadian Women’s Hockey team to a victory in the 1990 Women’s World Championship and was honoured in the Canadian Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto
Who is Angela James?
These two Lakehead Departments have been instrumental in putting together Black History Month this year
What is Lakehead University International and Office of Human Rights and Equity?
This American escaped slavery and became a vocal abolitionist and advocate for the rights of Black people and women in the United States. He wrote a famous autobiography about his experience as a slave titled the "Narrative and Life of __________, an American slave.
Who was Frederick Douglass?
This famous 13th century African King was the wealthiest man in the world at the time
Who is Mansa Musa?
A famous musician known for her soulful voice who sang famous songs such as “chain of fools" and "freeway of love"
Who is Aretha Franklin?
This Black Athlete won Canada’s first gold medal in the men’s 100 metrerace at the 1996 Summer Olympics
Who is Donovan Bailey?
This student led organization at Thunder Bay Campus celebrates cultural diversity and is involved in advocacy and support on cultural awareness
What is the LUSU Multicultural Centre?
The first Black member of parliament and later Lieutenant Governor of Ontario
Who is Lincoln Alexander?
This famous African Epic from Mali tells the story of an African Prince who united several kingdoms and overthrew a sorcerer who had usurped his kingdom
What is the Sundiata?
This Black artist has won the most Grammy awards
Who is Quincy Jones?
This famous heavyweight champion was notable for his anti-war stance and his famous quote “float like a butterfly, sting like a bee.”
Who is Muhammad Ali?
This Student Union position is responsible for academic advocacy at multiple levels as well as oversees the student centres.
Who is the Vice-President, advocacy?