Detroit Talladega College Club s Black History fundraiser helps Michigan students in need
By Amy Lange and David Komer online producer
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DETROIT (FOX 2) - It s a college founded by former slaves two years after slavery ended. Now, more than 150 years later, Talladega College in Alabama has grown from a one-room building to a long-standing private institution with ties to metro Detroit.
Detroit Talladega College Club is working to help Michigan students dealing with financial difficulties
Cynthia Ross is the co-chair of the Amistand and Murals Event, says the organization is trying to raise $50,000 by hosting a virtual viewing of the film Amistad on Saturday.