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MD Public Television to host 5th annual HBCU Week in September
During the week of Sept. 2-8, Maryland Public Television will offer nearly 30 hours of content – including 13 MPT premieres – across TV, social media and online platforms exploring the past, present and future of historically Black colleges and universities in the statewide public TV network’s viewing area and throughout the United States. (Image courtesy of Maryland Public Television)
MD Public Television to host 5th annual HBCU Week in September
Listen to this articleMaryland Public Television (MPT) will celebrate historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) in September during its fifth annual HBCU Week, a slate of programs sharing informative and inspiring stories about HBCUs and the people who attend, graduate, administrate and advocate for these important institutions of higher learning.
During the week of Sept. 2-8, MPT will offer nearly 30 hours of content – including 13 MPT premieres – across TV, social media and online platforms exploring the past, present and future of HBCUs in the statewide public TV network’s viewing area and throughout the United States.
Among the highlights of this year’s lineup are two new episodes of the MPT original series Artworks; two HBCU-themed Local, USA documentaries; special Direct Connection and State Circle episodes; and eight programs acquired by MPT from independent producers that will premiere throughout the week.
HBCU Week is part of the statewide network’s “Standing Against Racism: Fostering Unity Through Dialogue” initiative. MPT began this long-term initiative in 2020 to stimulate thoughtful discussion and increase understanding of race-related issues in communities across Maryland. More information and resources are available at mpt.org/racism.
