Summary
Linwood Riddick, a 79-year-old retired shop owner from New York, pursued a college education at South Carolina State University to honor the victims of the Orangeburg Massacre in 1968, where three Black students were killed during a protest. After six years of dedication, Riddick earned a bachelor’s degree in music industry, walking across the graduation stage to a standing ovation before visiting the memorial for the massacre victims. His journey has revitalized awareness of this tragic event and serves as a poignant reminder to never forget its significance in the fight against segregation.
