Inspire History
When was inspire founded
1977
Who wrote the gospel hit “brighter day”
Kirk Franklin
When is our first concert
October 9th
Who is the composer of the spirituals we are singing.
Moses Hogan
What interdisciplinary program explores the history, culture, and identity of African Americans and Africans on the uark campus
African American Studies
What is the mission of inspire?
To keep the black sacred music tradition alive.
What song are we singing by Hezekiah Walker
Every Praise
Where is our first concert
FPAC
Name of the 2 spirituals we are singing
Elijah Rock and I’m gonna sing til the spirit moves in my heart
Who was the first black student to enroll in UARK’s law school.
Silas Hunt
True or False: Inspire is the longest running diversity initiative on the campus
True
What did gospel music originate from
Hymnals and spirituals
How many concerts are there this semester
2
What hymnal is known as the most popular hymnal(hint: the title is two words)
Amazing Grace
What residence hall is named after the first two black professors at UARK; Margaret Clark and Gordon Morgan.
Northwest quads
What was the original name for inspirational chorale?
Inspirational Singers
Where is the gospel music hall of fame
St.Louis, Mo
What concert does inspire perform every year around Easter?
Passion
In what century did spirituals originate
18th
When did UARK officially integrate black students
1948
Who founded the inspirational chorale?
Dr.Eddie Jones
Who is known as the father of Gospel music
Thomas A. Dorsey
How many songs are in our concert playlist
17
What is the name of the circular dance plantation slaves would do while singing spirituals.
Ring Shout
Who was the first African American enrolled in the music school at UARK
James McGahee