Yaba Blay and Maori Holmes Named in Essence Magazine's The 2019 Woke 100 list

Artist News
October 31, 2019

Yaba Blay (ACG '10) and Maori Holmes (ACG '16, '06, 05, LTA '06) were named in Essence Magazine's The 2019 Woke 100 list. This year’s list includes women who exemplify the true meaning of being change agents and power players. Working in areas from social justice to politics to entertainment, they inspire not only us here but also others around the world. 

    

Full list available here. 

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Yaba Amgborale Blay

Maori Karmael Holmes 2014 Board
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Maori Karmael Holmes

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