The Museum of African American History, in partnership with the GBH Forum Network, presents an a discussion with Brian Rashad Fuller about his book, Being Black in America’s Schools: A Student Educator-Reformer's Call for Change. His book is a modern twist on the classic 1933 book The Miseducation of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson, offering a stark portrayal of our public education system. Most importantly, the book presents present-day solutions and a hopeful way forward through identity-affirming education.

As a Black man who has spent his life as a student and an educator, Brian Rashad Fuller bases the book on his own story of navigating the world, overcoming his family struggles, and eventually entering an educational system that he believes is inherently racist, damaging, and unhelpful. He exposes the challenges Black students face in elite and predominantly white universities and spaces, dissects “Black exceptionalism” in the schooling experience, and offers a firsthand account of the emotional and psychological impact made by teachers, administrators, policies, practices, lessons, and student interactions.

Note: The first 10 guests to arrive at the MAAH Boston Campus for the event will receive a free book. Fuller will also sign books after the discussion.

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