Sue Bailey Thurman Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Sue Bailey Thurman (1903-1996) was an American author, lecturer, historian, and civil rights activist. She made history as the first Black student to earn a bachelor's degree in music from Oberlin College. Active in the civil rights movement, she was a spiritual advisor to many leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr. and helped establish the first interracial church in the U.S. Thurman organized international student groups and conducted research on racism, advocating for Black heritage through various publications. She was influential in creating scholarship programs for Black women and contributed significantly to Black history and culture.

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Meaning of the name - Sue

The name Sue is a shortened form of Susan, which is derived from the Hebrew name Susanna, meaning 'lily' or 'water lily'.

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August 26, 1903 Facts

Generation Group

Sue Bailey Thurman belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Pine Bluff

Place of Death: San Francisco

Educated At: Spelman College | Oberlin College

Occupation: editor | historian | writer

Awards Received: دقيقة الألفية في كلية سبيلمان سنة 1979

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Astrology Analysis

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