Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Tour

The Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Tour is a powerful, guided experience held annually during Western Michigan University’s Homecoming Weekend. The tour invites alumni, students, faculty, and community members to walk through spaces that carry the history, vision, and impact of Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr. — a beloved professor, mentor, and trailblazer whose leadership helped shape the Black American Studies Program at WMU.

These photos capture special moments from the Dr. Benjamin C. Wilson, Jr. Legacy Tour 2025, held during WMU Homecoming Weekend. Alumni, students, faculty, and friends came together to honor Dr. Wilson’s lasting impact on education, equity, and cultural empowerment.

The tour was a celebration of legacy, reflection, and community — a reminder that Dr. Wilson’s spirit continues to guide and inspire generations.

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