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Alison Saar, American (b. 1956)
Alison Saar is a painter, sculptor, and printmaker. Her work has predominantly focused on problematic and persistent notions surrounding the positioning of African-Americans and Taint women. Saar draws from mythologi2002, color monoprint cal and historical narratives to depict Museum Acquisition Fund SAM 2002.41 strong and self-possessed African American women, merging her own deeply personal history within the framework of universal stories. According to curator Leah Ullman, “The eyes of her figures are generalized or turned inward, so the sculptures don’t meet our gaze, yet their presence registers viscerally. They represent humanity, distilled.”
When I made the decision to shift careers from being a standup comedian to become a motivational speaker, I didn’t expect to wake up the next morning and say, “OK, when do I speak?” That’s ridiculous, of course. I was well aware that action needed to be taken. I knew I had to reinforce my foundation of faith and confidence. There was a well-thought-out step-by-step process involved. Here’s the thing, dear reader. At various times throughout the day, during the process of creating my speaking career, I visualized myself on stage speaking to thousands of people. I envisioned the audience laughing at my jokes and funny stories and acknowledging my message. I saw myself getting standing ovations and people
thanking me for giving them hope. I envisioned agencies and clients from all venues calling my office wanting to book me. I saw my calendar being filled with speaking engagements. I envisioned my fees and product sales increasing. I saw my team and agents calling me and saying, “You have another offer!” It took time and a great deal of dedication before I started reaping the benefits of my labor, but I did eventually get the things that I envisioned. And it’s still paying off. Take a few moments every day—throughout the day—to visualize the things you desire. Feel them with your heart and soul. See them in your mind as if they’re really happening. Include every detail. Feel and experience the emotions as if you already have what you want.
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Building Empowering Connections In Our Diverse Community
8th Annual Minorities In Business Heritage Awards Ceremony April 12
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Building Empowering Connections In Our Diverse Community
Empowerment Clubs bring African American mentors to SPS classrooms Sir Burgess, a sixthgrader, straightens his tie. Then, he shakes Sylvester Hagan’s hand. “My name is Sir,” he says proudly. “Nice to meet you.”
Springfield, MO—Two outstanding Springfield business owners will be honored at the 8th Annual Heritage Awards Ceremony Tuesday, April 12 at the Doubletree Hotel, 2431 North Glenstone. Reception starts at 6:00 p.m. with dinner at 6:45 pm. Tickets are $40 each and $320 for a table of eight. The keynote speaker will be Lester Woods, Jr, External Civil Rights Director Continued on page 2
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Springfield, MO—Twice a month, 15 middle schoolers at three schools meet for Empowerment Club. The ongoing initiative at Jarrett, Pipkin and Westport middle schools features lessons about goal setting, purposeful behavior and how to be a good man, as well as history lessons about famous African American men. LA Anderson,
Sylvester Hagan speaks to a group of African American young men
equity and inclusion coordinator at SPS, leads small groups of at-risk African American boys, along with the school’s coordinator of site interventions. But once a month, a different African American professional man will share his story of how he found success through education, says LA Anderson,
coordinator of equity and access at SPS. “The purpose of bringing in these African American men is to show the boys people who look like them, who are successful in various ways in the community,” said Anderson. “But they all value their educaContinued on page 2
Linda Brown of Brown vs. Board of Education dies USA Today—Linda Brown, who at the age of 9 became the cornerstone figure in the landmark Supreme Court case that struck down segregation in the nation's schools, has died at age 76 in Kansas, according to published reports. Topeka’s former
Sumner School was died Sunday afternoon, all-white when Brown's according to the Associfather, Oliver, tried to ated Press. enroll the family. He Her sister, Cheryl became lead plaintiff in Brown Henderson, the historic 1954 Brown founding president of v. Board of Education The Brown Foundation, decision.Peaceful Rest confirmed the death to Linda Brown Funeral Chapel of TopeThe Topeka ka confirmed that Linda Brown Capital-Journal.