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Article Proposal 1
I am interested in expanding the information on Wikipedia about the Harlem Hospital School of Nursing. I did not know that there was once a nursing school dedicated to black women, and I am sure many other people are ignorant to this fact. This topic directly relates to the study of Black Politics, more specifically our week five study. Before this school was created, black women were invisible, especially in the realm of nursing. I can write this article to explain why this type of school was needed, while also explaining how black women benefited from it.  I feel this is good topic to do and it will be interesting to learn the history behind how the hospital was established and who established it.Missrandell123 (talk) 16:41, 24 February 2017 (UTC)
 *  Harlem Hospital School of Nursing (Top Choice)

I love this topic! I think people should be aware of the nursing school from that era because it was not common for blacks to have many professional schools, especially for black woman. Tearani (talk) 16:38, 24 February 2017 (UTC)Tearani

Article Proposal 2
As a Texan native, I am interested in researching black’s migration to the state. Austin is one of the biggest cities in Texas, and is relatively liberal, compared to its neighboring, conservative cities. Researching blacks’ migration into the city, while also researching modern events relating to blacks and the city will give me an overview about how blacks were treated in Austin. This is related to the class because it allows me a broader view to understand the history of blacks based on their geographic location.
 * History of African Americans in Austin (2nd choice)

Article Proposal 3
I would be interested in learning more about this online magazine. I see the name of the magazine on varying social media sites, but have never visited the site myself. Again, this is a website that relates to black women, which makes it relatable to me. Without researching, I can imagine that this magazine was created to give black women a safe space, which relates to the idea of intersectional invisibility that we have covered in class. I would research the magazine’s founding, as well as the contributions that it has made to society as a whole.
 * MadameNoire (3rd choice)

I really think this topic will be interesting and it even made me rethink my ideas for topics. I think that this topic can pull from a lot of places such as blackness and internationality--all of these are talked about in class as well. I did not know this information and I think some additions to this wiki page will help build the knowledge we know about it.--EArtis (talk) 19:58, 24 February 2017 (UTC)Ebony Artis

Brianna, I like this idea the most. Not only does it directly relate to the course, but because you can relate to it, It would make undertaking the research more enjoyable and thorough. Also, because the magazine is fairly young, there would not be an extensive history to synthesize and correlate, as you would have to do with the other two options. — Preceding unsigned comment added by Awilli94 (talk • contribs) 16:17, 24 February 2017 (UTC)

Overview/History
Harlem Hospital was opened April 18, 1897 in a three-story building that housed 54 beds. The hospital was originally served as a center for patients waiting to be transferred to Bellevue Hospital. Harlem Hospital was founded under the control of the Department of Public Charities and Corrections. The hospital’s initial 54 beds proved to lacking, especially after the wave of African Americans that traveled to New York after World War I. The Harlem Hospital served as a sense of pride for the African-American community. As the African-American community started to grow in New York, they attempted to gain control over aspects of the community that had a direct impact on them. City bureaucracies, such as the police force and firefighters were dominated by outside communities. Understandably, African-Americans had a tough time getting these positions and advancing in the ranks of society. After many obstacles, African-Americans were able to work as physicians in the 1930s. The hospital soon became a staple in the community.

Hospital Hardships
Though the hospital has been recognized numerous times for the achievements in the community, Harlem Hospital has also faced hardships, particularly economic. In the 1990’s the Hospital faced trying economic times. The New York mayor, Rudy Giuliani, and his administration, had hard decisions to make concerning  the hospital. Due to lack of income and profit, the Giuliani administration wrestled with the idea of laying off hospital employees. Lack of patients, insurance money, and government support led to what seemed like the demise of the hospital. The community, however, was not satisfied with the city’s response to layoff employees. Because the hospital was a staple in the community, Harlem residents feared not having a place to go to for reliable healthcare. To citizens, the layoffs were the first step in removing quality healthcare from poorer neighborhoods. To make sure their voices were heard, the Harlem community took to the streets to make sure their support of the hospital was heard by all. The support did not come without criticism. Harlem citizens feared the condition of the hospital, and wanted to ensure that all measures were put into place to maintain the community’s monument for healthcare.

Hospital Achievements
The Harlem Hospital has been recognized as a premiere hospital in the Harlem community. Because it is located in a historically impoverished neighborhood, it has provided education to those who otherwise may not have been able to afford healthcare. Since becoming a community staple, the hospital has received numerous awards. In 2000, the Hospital received The Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS) Community Health Improvement Award. The award was given in honor of the hospital’s Injury Prevention Program. The Injury center at the hospital was recognized for targeting window falls, violent injuries, and bicycle injuries. The hospital has also been recognized for critical operations and notable physicians. In 1958, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr survived an emergency thoracotomy at Harlem Hospital. Goldie Brangam, an CRNA who worked at the hospital, recounted the evening in 2015. Though the operation was indeed notable, as it saved a prominent Civil Rights Leader, Goldie Brangam also deserves recognition. While serving the hospital for 45 years, Brangman directed its nurse anesthesia education program. Brangman also became the first black president of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists. Brangman’s achievements were unheard of during such a hostile time of race relations.

Current Day Hospital
Harlem Hospital currently has six residency programs under an affiliation with Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. The hospital has been affiliated with Columbia University since 1962. The six residency programs include: Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Psychiatry Radiology, Surgery, Dentistry and Oral Surgery The residency programs allows hands on teaching for those who are interested in various medical fields. There are currently 202 resident and fellow positions at the Hospital. The Harlem community has benefited from the collaboration of a medical center and a high quality medical school. Hospital residents have also received an unparalleled learning experience. In 2013, the demographics of the hospital admissions were 1,462 Hispanics, 9, 239 Blacks, 445 whites, 48 Asians, 1,924 others and 9 unknowns. The hospital's demographics are a reflection of the community's demographics. The resident's, however, do not reflect the Harlem community.

Comments from Dr. O
The first draft of your page looks good, now it is time for you to move content to the real page. Remember that you need to move content in one section edits and make sure that you are logged in before you make any changes.Mosterbur (talk) 13:51, 24 April 2017 (UTC)Mosterbur