University of Lynchburg held its 'Courageous Conversations' series

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — On Wednesday the University of Lynchburg held its "courageous conversations" series in honor of M-L-K Day.

The keynote speaker was activist Penny Blue, a Rocky Mount native, Hampton University graduate, and author.

During her address, Blue said "King did more than dream", she said it's important to teach children where they come from so they know where they're going.

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The University of Lynchburg is hosting more black history events in the following weeks.

Click here to see more about the events they have planned. You can also click here to find a brief overview of events happening on campus.