Introducing Jo "Your Favorite Professor" Pierre, a dynamic and dedicated law professor at Moseley Braun School of Law. Jo navigates the first semester, establishing her online presence with her blog and video channel aimed at helping law students excel. She faces challenges in gaining respect from colleagues and students due to her youthful appearance and balancing her responsibilities as a single mother. Series Synopsis The "Dear 3L" series follows the inspiring journey of Jo "Your Favorite Professor" Pierre, a confident and dynamic law professor at Moseley Braun School of Law in East Tampa. As a Black woman of Haitian descent, Jo balances the demands of teaching Criminal Law and running the Criminal Litigation Clinic while navigating the complexities of single motherhood. Each book delves into the diverse experiences of her students, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and evolving landscape of East Tampa. Through mentorship, legal challenges, and personal growth, Jo and her students tackle issues of justice, resilience, and community, offering a compelling glimpse into the world of legal education and the transformative power of advocacy. The series highlights themes of diversity, equity, and inclusion, set against the backdrop of a historically significant and rapidly changing neighborhood.

This stunning collection of essays illuminates the lives and legacies of the most famous and powerful individuals, groups, and institutions in African American history. The three-volume Icons of Black America: Breaking Barriers and Crossing Boundaries is an exhaustive treatment of 100 African American people, groups, and organizations, viewed from a variety of perspectives. The alphabetically arranged entries illuminate the history of highly successful and influential individuals who have transcended mere celebrity to become representatives of their time. It offers analysis and perspective on some of the most influential black people, organizations, and institutions in American history, from the late 19th century to the present. Each chapter is a detailed exploration of the life and legacy of an individual icon. Through these portraits, readers will discover how these icons have shaped, and been shaped by, the dynamism of American culture, as well as the extent to which modern mass media and popular culture have contributed to the rise, and sometimes fall, of these powerful symbols of individual and group excellence.

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