Black Engineers & Inventors
Designed the algorithm that helped NASA send astronauts to the Moon.
Who is Katherine Johnson?
Artist known as the “Prince of Motown.”
Who is Stevie Wonder?
Organization founded in 1975 to support Black engineers.
What is NSBE?
NBA legend who led Michigan State to the 1979 NCAA Championship.
Who is Magic Johnson?
Marvel superhero who rules Wakanda.
Who is Black Panther?
Inventor of the Super Soaker and former NASA engineer.
Who is Lonnie Johnson?
Houston-born singer often referred to as “Queen Bey.”
Who is Beyoncé?
University where NSBE was founded.
What is Purdue University?
Former MSU president and first Black president of a major predominantly white institution.
Who is Clifton R. Wharton Jr.?
Sitcom featuring the Banks family.
What is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air?
Electrical engineer who helped develop the personal computer at IBM.
Who is Mark Dean?
This artist’s 1971 album helped shift soul music toward deeper social commentary.
Who is Marvin Gaye?
The 2023 Annual Convention was held in this U.S. city.
What is Kansas City, Missouri?
This pioneering physician and MSU alumnus developed large-scale blood plasma preservation techniques during World War II.
Who is Charles Drew?
TV series centered on students at a fictional HBCU.
What is A Different World?
Invented improvements to the ironing board still used today.
Who is Sarah Boone?
First Black woman to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year as a solo artist.
Who is Lauryn Hill?
Charter date of Michigan State University Chapter of NSBE.
What is January 25, 1979?
This Michigan State University student organization focuses on cultural awareness, community building, and advocacy for Black students on campus.
What is Black Students' Alliance?
Film starring Angela Bassett as Tina Turner.
What is What's Love Got to Do with It?
Mechanical engineer whose refrigeration systems transformed food transport.
Who is Frederick McKinley Jones?
Legendary producer who shaped the sound of Michael Jackson and Miles Davis.
Who is Quincy Jones?
Name the Chicago Six.
Who is Stanley Kirtley, Edward Coleman, John Logan, Anthony Harris, George Smith & Brian Harris?
The first Black Greek-letter organization established on Michigan State University’s campus, marking a major milestone in Black student life and leadership.
What is Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated?
HBO series following a group of Black creatives in Los Angeles.
What is Insecure?