Duke University Professor Commits 50% of Book Profits to Boost Thurgood Marshall College Fund

Deondra Rose, author of *The Power of Black Excellence: HBCUs and the Fight for American Democracy* (Oxford University Press, 2024), has committed to donating 50% of her book royalties to the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. This insightful book explores the pivotal role of historically Black colleges and universities in strengthening American democracy. Dr. Rose, an esteemed associate professor at Duke University, highlights HBCUs' transformative influence on political empowerment and leadership. At a recent TMCF conference, Harry Williams praised her significant contributions.