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Lincoln University Preserves Its Rich Legacy With Getty Images Grant | Essence

Lincoln University, America's first degree-granting Historically Black College And University (HBCU), and Getty Images have launched a special content partnership to preserve the school's heritage and illuminate its rich legacy. […]

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