MEDIA, PA — A landmark Supreme Court decision that reshaped American education will take center stage at Delaware County Community College.
In recognition of Black History Month, DCCC will host a free public lecture examining the historic impact of Brown v. Board of Education (1954) and the pivotal role of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall in dismantling racial segregation in public schools.
The presentation, led by DCCC professor Keeley P. Mitchell, JD, MBA, MAHD, will take a closer look at the legal and social climate surrounding the case, as well as the strategy used to overturn Plessy v. Ferguson (1896), which had upheld the “separate but equal” doctrine. Attendees will gain insight into how Marshall — then a civil rights attorney — helped build the legal argument that ultimately led the Supreme Court to declare school segregation unconstitutional.
Beyond the courtroom victory, the lecture will also reflect on Marshall’s broader legacy, including his later service as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice, and explore how the ruling continues to influence conversations about educational equity and access today.
Designed to be both informative and thought-provoking, the event invites students, educators, and community members from Delaware and Chester counties to engage with one of the most consequential decisions in American legal history.
A Zoom option will be available for those who prefer to attend virtually.
Event Details
- What: Black History Month Lecture on Brown v. Board of Education and Thurgood Marshall
- When: Thursday, February 26 | 11:00 a.m.
- Where: STEM Building Lower Lobby, Marple Campus, Delaware County Community College, 910 S. Media Line Road, Media, PA 19063
- Cost/Tickets: Free and open to the public
- More Info: Zoom option available; contact DCCC for access details
For those seeking a deeper understanding of the legal battles that shaped modern education, this lecture offers a meaningful opportunity to reflect on history and its continued relevance today.
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