Decades before African Americans were granted the right to vote under the Fifteenth Amendment, Alexander Twilight made history as America’s first Black college graduate and state legislator. The Old Stone House Museum & Historic Village is working with educators and community members to actively resist the whitewashing of history and ensure that heroes like Twilight are included in national narratives.

An alliance of college and university leaders across the country has formed the Coalition for Life-Transformative Education. Our goal is simple: to ensure all students leave not only with a diploma but also with experiences and inspiration that support their well-being and keep them engaged in their work for years to come.