Black History -
Science & Medicine!
Science & Medicine!
Dr. Mae Jemison is not only a physician but also the first African American woman astronaut. She flew aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in WHAT YEAR?
1992!
As ICON employees, we are automatically provided with Executive Status with this rental car company.
National
George Crum, an African American chef in the 19th century, is credited with inventing WHAT food? Legend has it that he created the crispy snack in response to a customer's complaint about thick, soggy fries.
Potato Chips!
Soul food has its roots in the traditional foods brought by enslaved Africans. What are some foods that are considered integral components of this culinary tradition?
Collard greens
Okra
Black-eyed peas
Cornbread
Headquartered in Manhattan, this sponsor grossed over $100.3 BILLION in revenue in 2022.
Pfizer
Dr. Regina Benjamin - A family physician, became the 18th Surgeon General of the US in WHAT YEAR? She focused on preventive healthcare and public health initiatives during her tenure.
2009!
If you reach the elite 360 Medallion tier with Delta and have a tight connection, an airline representative may pick you up in this luxury vehicle and rush you to your gate.
Porsche
Sarah Boone, an African American inventor, patented WHAT improved household product in 1892? The invention made it easier for people to maintain crisp and neat linens for elegant table settings.
Ironing Board!
Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the US. Traditional Juneteenth foods include WHAT COLOR foods (like red velvet cake) to symbolize resilience and strength.
Red!
(Like red velvet cake)
The company’s name actually comes from the founder’s wife, Alice La Roche. Swiss married couples use both family names, and the company’s name was shortened to ____ decades ago.
Roche
Dr. Roland Pattillo - A gynecologist and researcher, conducted pioneering work in reproductive medicine. He was involved in the first of WHAT successful medical procedure in the United States?
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
The JW Marriott brand was established in 1984, with the opening of the first hotel in ______.
Washington, D.C.
Joseph Lee, an African American chef and inventor, patented WHAT machine in 1895?
Hint: His invention paved the way for automated bakery-making processes, contributing to mass production of this food.
Bread Crumbing Machine!
______ Seeds: A staple in African American cuisine, were brought to the United States by enslaved Africans. They are sesame seeds and are often used in Southern dishes, such as wafers, and Gullah cooking.
Benne Seeds!
While this company may be best known for consumer health items such as baby powder and shampoo, they successfully developed and marketed a popular, vector-based COVID vaccine in 2021.
Johnson and Johnson
Rebecca Lee - In 1864, she became the first African American woman in the US to earn a what degree? Hint: She worked as a nurse and physician, contributing to healthcare during the Civil War.
Medical Degree :)
How often do aircrafts land or take off at Chicago O’Hare International Airport?
1. Every 37 seconds
Alfred L. Cralle, an African American inventor, patented the first ______ (kitchen utensil) in 1897. His invention revolutionized the way this cold treat was served, making it easier for shops and households alike.
Ice Cream Scoop!
Jerk cooking, originating in WHAT COUNTRY, is a style of cooking meat with a spicy marinade. The technique has African roots and developed by Maroons, African slaves who escaped to the mountains and combined African, indigenous, and colonial culinary traditions.
Jamaica!
If you've ever relied on Advil to cure a headache, you have this British pharmaceutical company to thank. They are credited with developing and marketing the famous drug, along with Centrum and Theraflu.
GSK
Dr. Solomon Fuller - A pioneering African American psychiatrist and neuroscientist, made significant contributions to the study of WHAT disease in the early 20th century?
Alzheimer's disease
In USD, how much are 100,000 American Express points worth?
$670
Josephine Cochrane, an African American woman, invented the WHAT first commercially successful appliance in 1886? Her invention revolutionized kitchen efficiency and cleanliness.
Dishwasher!
The Gullah people, descendants of African slaves in the coastal regions of South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, have a unique cuisine influenced by West African, European, and Native American culinary traditions. What are some Gullah staples?
Dish Hoppin' John
Red Rice
Okra Soup
Purloos
Founded back in 1661 as a morphine distributor, this large pharma company is the oldest in the world.
Merk & Co