‘Voices of Russell School’ – Team Visit
by Holley Owings NCSU: Voices of The Russell School. In September, 2024, the WeGOJA and Earth Design team visited NC State University to explore the extraordinary exhibit on the historic Russell Rosenwald School in Durham, NC. The exhibit showcases cutting-edge...
RSTS Presents at the SC Historic Preservation Conference
by Holley Owings On April 26, 2024, at the South Carolina Historic Preservation Conference held at the SC Department of Archives and History in Columbia, SC, speakers Dawn Dawson-House, Dr. Valinda Littlefield, Tripp Muldrow, Holley Owings, and Zach Bjur presented the...
RSTS Presents at the Landmark Conference 2024
by Timika M. Wilson From Vision to State Park: A study of Rosenwald Schools will help determine the viability of a new historic trail. Speakers, Timika Wilson, Dr. Larry Watson, Dr. Valinda Littlefield, Tripp Muldrow, Holley Springs, and Zach Bjur presented the rich...
Second Visit to St. George – March 20, 2024
by Holley Owings On March 20, 2024, we conducted our second visit to St. George as part of our ongoing study of the Rosenwald School and its impact on the community. Rotary Club Breakfast: Tripp Muldrow from the design team attended the St. George Rotary Club...
Community Meeting In Lincolnville
by Holley Owings On March 20, 2024, we hosted a lunch community engagement meeting focused on the Lincolnville Rosenwald School. This event was part of our ongoing efforts to connect with the local community and gather insights for our project. Attendance and Welcome:...
Rosenwald Schools Day Recognition
by Timika M. Wilson The Conservation Voters of SC coordinated with legislators to recognize the work of the Rosenwald Schools Trail Study on Rosenwald Schools Day on Feb 28, 2024. Rosenwald Schools were recognized for their contribution to the education of African...
Team Site Visit to The Hope Rosenwald School
by Holley Owings & Tripp Muldrow The Earth Design team traveled to the rural community of Pomaria in Newberry County, SC on its initial site visit to The Hope Rosenwald School. Built in 1925-26 at a cost of $2,900, this restored educational institution symbolizes...
Team Site Visit to the Mt. Zion Rosenwald School
by Holley Owings and Tripp Muldrow Earth Design, alongside Dr. Val Littlefield and the WeGOJA Foundation recently conducted a visit to the historic Mt. Zion Rosenwald School in Florence, SC, located within the Mars Bluff Community. The team was met by Mr. Terry James...
Site Visit at Great Branch School and Teacherage in Orangeburg
Rosa Kennerly-Dance is the point of contact for the Great Branch Rosenwald School (1918) and Teacherage (1923). Her passion and commitment is infectious. Earth Design, Inc…
Project Team Visits Pine Grove School
by Holley Owings and Tripp Muldrow Ms. Brenda McGriff along with school alumni and a representative of the Richland County Recreation District welcomed the Earth Design team to Pine Grove School in Columbia, SC on February 27, 2024. Situated within the Pine Grove...
Earth Design Team Explores St. George Rosenwald School’s Rich Heritage
by Holley Owings and Tripp Muldrow In a recent exploration of St. George, SC, the Earth Design team embarked on a comprehensive tour of the historic St. George Rosenwald School, guided by community chair Judge Ralph James. Situated within Dorchester County, St. George...
Dr. Pernessa Seele Guides Earth Design Team Through Lincolnville
by Holley Owings and Tripp Muldrow During a recent visit to Lincolnville, SC, guided by Dr. Pernessa Seele, the Earth Design team embarked on a comprehensive tour of the community, all while riding a bus. Our journey included a thorough exploration of the historic...
CVSC and WeGOJA at Pine Grove Rosenwald School
by Timika M. Wilson Seated is Pine Grove Rosenwald School student, Iris Taylor Simpkins. She conveyed her memories of going to a Rosenwald school, how education was valued in the community and how that education produced many outstanding students who became educators...