
02/18/2025
We love this new article, "Augusta Baker: Trailblazer’s legacy shines through SC library programs." Read the article and explore Baker's digitized collection at the links below!
Article: https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/02/augusta-baker-storyteller-in-residence-legacy.php
Collection: https://digital.library.sc.edu/collections/augusta-baker-papers-1911-1998/
Join us in honoring Augusta Baker’s extraordinary legacy with Dr. Nicole Cooke, who as the Augusta Baker Chair at USC, continues her work of championing diverse voices in children’s literature, storytelling, and social justice. Just as Baker worked closely with illustrators like Ashley Bryan to create positive depictions of Black life, Dr. Cooke supports underrepresented voices in both literature and illustration. Through training and advocacy, they inspire future storytellers and artists to reflect the richness of diverse cultures in their work. Together, their impact continues to shape inclusive practices in the world of literature, art, and education. ✨📚
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