This content is imported from twitter. She has authored numerous articles on global and domestic public health issues, poverty alleviation, gender equality, and social justice. My great grandmother was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, and also a regional director, one of the nationaland esteemedpositions you can hold in the sorority. I have had the honor to work with and serve under the leadership of the first African-American president and will soon have the pleasure to do the same with the first woman and woman of color my soror, sister, and friend, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris. And, as Founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus, and a proud alumna of North Carolina A&T State University and a professor at Bennett College for over 40 years, I am. On a shoot with WTTW-11 reporter, Brandis Friedman, reporting on lots going up for sale in Englewood, IL! Read rundowns of the shows and created seating charts accordingly. Learn more in our Cookie Policy. BRANDIS FRIEDMAN '00. I then think of Charlotta Bass, an African American journalist and political activist from California who ran for vice president in 1948 with the Progressive Party and Shirley Chisholm, the first Black female member of Congress, who had years of experience in public office and a national reputation when she became the first Black American and the first woman to seek the Democratic presidential nomination in 1972. You represent the new face of political power and continue to be a barrier-breaker. View this post on Instagram. And so proud that my country knew that it was time for a woman of her caliber to lead. she tweeted Thursday. ", This historic election has not only restored our faith in Democracy but has delivered our nations first woman and first Black woman vice president-elect: my colleague, friend and sorority sister Kamala Harris. Its not too late to donate in support of JHAs event! Originally from Mississippi, Brandis work has taken her to numerous cities including Kansas City, Missouri, Little Rock, Arkansas and Wichita Falls, Texas. She stands at the intersection of class meeting culture. Loving Chicago. You can find a comprehensive archive of his material here. Representation indeed matters. Chicago Tonight is a television news program broadcast weeknights on WTTW in Chicago. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Members on Kamala's Win, as vice president-elect of the United States, Your Privacy Choices: Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads. You can update your choices at any time in your settings. ", "I needed this win more than I knew. Best of luck to Briana! Before joining WTTW, Friedman was a freelance news anchor and reporter at WBBM AM 780/WCFS FM 105.9, the Entercom all-news combo. This byline is for a different person with the same name. Go behind the scenes with her while she shoots a story and learn why she became a journalist. Conversational in verbal French. When I think of this historic victory, I am reminded of the women who paved the way for this to happen. We were pleased to recognize the following individuals at this years event - be sure to watch their acceptance videos (linked below): Volunteer of the Year: Caitlin Van Ort, Data Scientist, Guerrilla Games, Excellence in Oversight: Joanna Carns, Risk Management Officer, Office of Independent Investigations, Changemaker of the Year: Orlando Mayorga, JEO Initiative/McCormick Reentry Policy Coordinator at Office of the Lt. Brandis Friedman is a co-anchor and correspondent for Chicago Tonight, and the host of Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, both on Chicagos PBS affiliate, WTTW. WTTW's flagship local news series CHICAGO TONIGHT, co-anchored by Brandis Friedman and Paris Schutz, will move to 10:00 pm weeknights beginning January 23, 2023 along with expanded investigative reporting, vivid human interest storytelling, and essential community-driven dialogue across the WTTW News brands - Chicago Tonight (Mondays-Fridays The greatest part is that from now on, every little girl no matter her race, but especially little Black and Brown girls, will have a visual representation of what they can do and who they can be. Director of Community Service and Social Media, Organized work at Cornerstone Community Shelter, St. Vincent DePaul, Ronald McDonald HouseOperator of sorority social media sites including Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, Camp Sunshine (Retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses), WTTW-11 Chicago Tonight (PBS Affiliate). In interviews earlier this week with New York radio stations WBLS-FM and WQHT-FM, Robert Smith insisted that he and the 24-year-old Brandy, who released her fourth album, Afrodisiac,on June 29,. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. LOUIS A. MARTINET, Straight College 1876. Her reporting on education and criminal justice has appeared on PBS NewsHour and NPRs The Takeaway. This moment in time, in our country, has proven itself worthy of the amazing woman she is. Amanda Vinicky I am exceedingly proud that our future leader values sisterhood and service, strives by merit and culture, and wears salmon pink and candy apple green as her sorority colors congratulations again Soror Kamala Harris on your historic victory., "I don't think I have ever felt that much pride about a political election. We are the first Black Greek-letter organization for women, specifically African-American women, the first to create a Congressional lobby that impacted legislation on issues ranging from decent living conditions and jobs to lynching (1938), and now the first and only Greek-letter member of the National Pan-Hellenic Council to ever enter the White House! Originally from Mississippi, Brandis work has taken her to numerous cities including Kansas City, Missouri, Little Rock, Arkansas and Wichita Falls, Texas. I think we have come a long way, especially since 2016, but I also know that we have a long way to go. Former General President, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Former National President, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. When Harris won, AKAs all across the country dressed in the sorority's colors of pink and green to sing and dance in the streets and the celebration hasn't stopped since. Chicago Tonight in Your Neighborhood: Bronzeville Receives Historic Designation. I am so proud of my soror. PBS and WTTW Kids are planning a YouTube event for 2:30 p.m. Tuesday with parents, teachers and child development specialists offering ways to discuss race, racism, civil rights, current events and more with young children. We know of the capacity of women, especially Black women, to build coalitions and organize their strengths into a force for change and transformation that is desperately needed in this hour. Brandis Friedman is a co-anchor and correspondent forChicago Tonight, and the host of Chicago Tonight: Black Voices, both on Chicagos PBS affiliate, WTTW. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Her work on education and criminal justice issues has appeared on PBS' NewsHour. She said she may be the first, but she will not be the last and those words will stick with me every single day and motivate me, especially on the days where it feels like the glass is half empty.". . In addition to earning multiple regional Emmy Awards for her work, she has earned multiple Peter Lisagor Awards, recognizing excellence in journalism, from the Chicago Headline Club. Dr. Gayle has been president and CEO of The Chicago Community Trust, one of the nations oldest and largest community foundations, since October 2017. Illinoisans applied in droves for student debt forgiveness. Brandis Friedman is a well-known journalist. I observed Brandis interviewing people at City Hall in Chicago and in the Englewood neighborhood. Before joining Chicago Tonight, Brandis worked as a reporter and anchor for WBBM Newsradio 780, and as a producer/reporter RUDOLPHE L. DESDUNES, She has substantially raised the profile of institutions that are a significant part of the fabric of our nation, and she is my AKA sister., "I was feverishly pacing back and forth in my apartment when Kamala Harris was named vice president-elect. We are very pleased to welcome Brandis to WTTW, and to our editorial team, executive producer Mary Field said in a statement announcing Friedman's hiring. Contact: bfriedman@wttw.com, 773-509-5492. And lead she shall! She is an accomplished and compassionate storyteller and editor who excels in obtaining exclusive interviews and unearthing compelling features. "Her victory is important to me, because her new role shows that anything is possible and women can step up to the plate and do great things," - Tameka Pyles, Eta Lambda Omega Chapter, Florida A&M University & USC. Current Mayor Lori Lightfoot is not among them. She worked at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, directing programs on HIV/AIDS and other global health issues. She also works on education and criminal justice issues which have appeared on PBS NewsHour. League Institution, Professor Emeritus, University of the District of Columbia and Director of Minority justice, business leadership, creative expression and community engagement. An expert on global development, humanitarian and health issues, she spent 20 years with the Centers for Disease Control, working primarily on HIV/AIDS. Antonio Romanucci 25., 26. She will also be the first graduate of a historically Black college or university and the first member of a Black sorority to be second in command of the nation. Leaders shape and mold the world. Now we have a vice president named 'Kamala,' who was literally mocked for her name. Dealt with ticket holders inquiries and complaints in a polite and efficient manner. Reset talks to WTTW co-anchor Brandis Friedman and Chicago Tribune City Hall reporter John Byrne for the big headlines of the last few days in the Weekly News Recap. That is, until, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris told the world, 'Im speaking,'" - Angel Lenise, Alpha Pi Chapter, Clark Atlanta University. Kamala's victory has opened so many doors for so many little girls who feel like they have been silenced or told they couldn't be who they are. Administered credentials at university basketball games, enabling media to enter the games. As a soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, I am overjoyed. Harris graduated from Howard University, where she pledged Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, a storied organization with 300,000 members and a long tradition of activism. Brandis Friedman is a Correspondent & Content Producer at WTTW based in Chicago, Illinois. Brandis Friedman, who's been a part-time news anchor and reporter for all-news WBBM AM 780/WCFS FM 105.9 for two years, has been hired as a full-time correspondent for "Chicago Tonight," the. We have work to do, but we are actually moving forward. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. (Ken Carl/WTTW). She is the organization's first formerly incarcerated reporter. It is now imperative that we begin the real work of healing our nation and find a way to indeed be the United States of America. Oct 13. Now, little girls across the world have the example of Kamala Harris to look up to and expand their imagination of what women can achieve!, "Im a fourth generation AKA. I believe this was a victory for humanity, for justice, and for our democracy. Her win broke barriers for women, Californians, HBCUs, and created a spotlight on generations of amazing Black women through Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated Pinch me! "I'm gonna miss WBBM Newsradio, but am excited to head to WTTW!!" She serves on public company and nonprofit boards, including The Coca-Cola Company, Organon, Palo Alto Networks, Brookings Institution, Center for Strategic and International Studies, New America, ONE Campaign, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, and Economic Club of Chicago. Edited pictures using Photoshop and In Design to enhance the pictures for the Athletic Center to use. Brandis is a graduate of Dillard University in New Orleans, where she earned a degree in Mass Communications, and Columbia University in New York City, where she earned her Masters Degree in Journalism. Keri Blakinger is a Texas-based staff writer for The Marshall Project, where her work focuses on prisons and jails. Brandis lives in Evanston with her husband and two sons. His rebound downs Marian Catholic. Her reporting on education and criminal justice has appeared on PBS' NewsHour and NPR's The Takeaway. I said I wouldnt cry, but when she stepped out in her suit the tears came down that is my Sister! Oswego Easts Jehvion Starwood steps up with winning 3-pointer in OT. Her first day at WTTW will be October 21. Brandis's primary source of income is her career as an anchor and producer in a news channel. This byline is mine, but I want my name removed. "Seeing my sorority sister break a glass ceiling makes me proud. She earned a B.A. About Press Copyright Contact us Press Copyright Contact us Dr. Gayle was born and raised in Buffalo, NY. Here's what its membersfrom world-famous activists to politicians to editors to actorshad to say about their sorority's history-making moment. Left: Ariana Pyles, Tameka Pyles, and Angel Lenise. After the announcement, I cried tears of joy then bounced into formation like a Beyonc music video. Right: Ariana Pyles, Angela Parks-Pyles, and Angel Lenise. WTTW is also scheduled to air a variety of documentaries this week including Independent Lens: I Am Not Your Negro at 11 p.m. Monday; Great Performances: Twilight Los Angeles at 10 p.m. Tuesday; Independent Lens: The First Rainbow Coalition at 8 p.m. Wednesday; and Reel Midwest: 63 Boycott at 9 p.m. Wednesday. It's also an incredible reminder to fully take up space in the world, despite what it looks like, sounds like, tastes, and feels like. If you use a windshield cover, you can at least forget about scrapping the ice off your windshield to save some time and hassle. It felt even more personal than when Obama won, and I know its because Ive never had this much connection or representation. There are so many layers. Although I intern for the "Chicago Tonight" segment of WTTW, I went to help out WTTW KIDS at a children's fair, May 4, 2014! Former Prosecutor, Judge Says People With Convictions Need Ability to. Brandis is a graduate of Dillard University in New Orleans, where she earned a degree in Mass Communications, and Columbia University in New York City, where she earned her Masters Degree in Journalism. The special will delve into systemic racism in policing, the trauma of. You have to see it, to be it! Clergyman and one of the first Black Ph.D. recipients in the U.S. 2601 Gentilly Boulevard New Orleans, Louisiana 70122 504.283.8822, First Female President, Baptist Medical Center South, Academic Technology and Distance Education, Pre-Collegiate Emerging Scholars & TRiO Programs, Minority Health & Health Disparities Center, Deep South Center for Environmental Justice, Information Technology & Telecommunications, Shop for Officially Licensed DU Merchandise, Minority Health & Health Equity Research Center, Ray Charles Program in African American Material Culture, Special/Non-Matriculating Student Requirements, Prospective Student Information Request Form. 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