Upcoming Eleanor Roosevelt: American Politician, Diplomat, and Activist (3 parts)

Eleanor Roosevelt was born into wealth and high status. Historians consider her the most active and progressive thinking First Lady with her accomplishments as social reformer, voracious writer, and fearless advocate for civil rights. The First Lady advocated for immigrants; created after-school care for working mothers; originated the first commune for homeless mineworkers in West Virginia; worked directly with African Americans regarding civil rights legislation. She served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations from 1945 to 1952. Instructor Toni Fuss Kirkwood-Tucker, Ed. D. Fee $15 for 3-part series Thurs. 2/13, 2/20, 2/27 10 – 11:30 am TSC DR