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Black History Month Profile: Sherrye Hamilton

Sherrye Hamilton
  • Originally published February 25, 2011 at 6:36 p.m., updated February 25, 2011 at 10:40 p.m.

Name: Sherrye Hamilton

Age: 49

Occupation: The Harbor programs assistant

City of residence: Port Lavaca

Why are you proud to be black?

"I guess it's just because of the accomplishments that black people have made over the years from where we were coming from to where we are now."

Why is it important to recognize black history?

"So that we will know our heritage."

Who is your role model and why?

"My mother because in a time when it was very difficult to get an education, she was one of the ones who did graduate and made sure to get educated."