Ersula K Odom/Dr. Bethune Press Page

Author Interviewing for new Dr. Mary Mcleod Bethune book

sulatoo — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 11:04:00 +0000

Ersula Knox Odom is currently conducting interviews for an upcoming book on the life of Mary Mcleod Bethune.

Former students, business associates, family and friends have begun to share their memories about being in the presence of Dr. Bethune while she lived.

These interviews are being conducted via video and/or audio. If you personally remember her or have photographs of her, contact Ms Odom at ersulao@gmail.com. Place “Bethune interview” in the subject.

Odom Brings “Dr. Bethune” Back to NCNW

sulatoo — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 07:18:37 +0000

Ersula Knox Odom is the keynote speaker for the Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Annual Luncheon of the Tampa Metropolitan Section National Council of Negro Women. As a part of her presentation, Ms Odom will portray Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune and her views on the importance of being united.

Date:       Saturday, May 2, 2009

Time:       11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.

Place:     Embassy Suite Tampa/USF

3705  Spectrum Blvd.

Tampa, Florida 33612

For additonal information visit www.ncnwtampa.org

MM Bethune Appears at the TBBHF 1/22/09

sulatoo — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 12:10:46 +0000

As a part of the Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival, Ersula Knox Odom will bring Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune to life sharing her thought about her Tampa connection and the historic Central Avenue business district.

The performance will take place at the Tampa Theater Thursday evening at 6 p.m. followed by a showing of Central Avenue Remembers movie.

Tampa Theatre, 711 Franklin Street, Tampa FL.