Colorful characters, surprising plot
twists, fascinating connections, and unforgettable lessons--history
is better than fiction because it really happened!
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The
Professor, Dr. Art Pitz, is a professional historian with
numerous teaching awards.
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His students say he makes
history "come alive."
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Listen to The Professor for enjoyment, inspiration, personal
growth, and professional development on audio CD or mp3.
Dr. Pitz
on campus at St. Ambrose University where he teaches and is Scholar
in Residence. Davenport, IA 06/08
How much
has changed? I'm standing here
in front of Ambrose Hall because much of the impetus for the Civil
Rights Movement in Davenport came out of this building. In the late
1940's, the atmosphere here produced a "ferment that made the place
something special." Sociology students conducted research that
proved that blacks were second class citizens at best. So much has
changed since then that white Americans were shocked at Rev.
Jeremiah Wright's statements a few weeks ago, but we need to understand
civil rights history and black churches
to put this into perspective. Please sign my guest book and listen
to more of the story. [read
my article]
Professor's
House Store
Grand Opening Aug. 18
New Civil Rights Series
