Erin Sullivan
After attending the University of Washington, Seattle, as an undergraduate for two years, Erin Sullivan transferred to Arizona State University to pursue her passion of writing at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. She hopes to obtain a degree in Print Journalism with a minor in Cultural Geography, which will allow her to explore her interest of diverse and fascinating people in other parts of the world.
Articles by
Benjamin “Bennie” Moten (1894-1935)
As one of the most renowned big-band leaders of the 1920s, Bennie Moten succeeded in developing the “Kansas City” sound...
Julian Edwin “Cannonball” Adderley (1928-1975)
Combining styles of earlier influences with his own unique twists secured Julian “Cannonball” Adderley’s place in history as an experienced...
Hugh Ramopolo Masekela (1939-2018)
As one of the most popular and influential jazz musicians from Africa, Hugh Masekela’s life reflects the creative ways of...
William Lee Conley “Big Bill” Broonzy (1893-1958)
Although he struggled throughout his life to produce a sufficient income, Big Bill Broonzy played an integral role in launching...
Florence Onyebuchi “Buchi” Emecheta (1944-2017)
Through her personal struggles and exceptional writing abilities, Florence Onyebuchi “Buchi” Emecheta constructed a collection of literary works that reflected...
John Leslie “Wes” Montgomery (1925-1968)
Wes Montgomery was a jazz guitarist whose natural genius and distinctive sound earned him recognition as one of the most...
Council of Federated Organizations (1962-1965)
The Council of Federated Organizations (COFO) was an umbrella organization that united several groups involved in the civil rights campaign...
Mari E. Evans (1923- )
As a monumental figure in education and poetry, Mari Evans also played roles in shaping women’s history, politics, music, and...
