Dancer for the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre, became Creative Choreographer after Alvin Ailey's death in 1989. Spent the next 21 years as Creative Director for the company.
Novelist and Short story writer during the Harlem Renaissance period. Quicksand (1928) and Passing (1929) were two popular literary works that brought her success.
American poet whose writings ranged from calls for black power to poems for children and intimate personal statements.
The Office of Career Planning & Development at Fisk University provides counseling for students and alumni to assist each person to acquire self-awareness regarding goals and preferences, and to use that knowledge in decision-making related to career planning and professional development. Individual appointments are available through Bulldog CareerConnect upon request to provide assistance with the following services:
Bulldog CareerConnect is our online career management system that enables students, employers, and alumni the opportunity to view, post, and apply for career opportunities.