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City Gear Celebrates Black History Month With Cydney Hines

Jan 31, 2024

In celebration of this year's Black History Month, we're amplifying those in the community who are making an impact not just one month of the year, but every day through their talents and ambition.

Tell Us About Yourself!


What's your name? My name is Cydney Marie Hines, and I am a sophomore at David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy.
Where do you live? I live in Lafayette, Louisiana.
What do you do? I am on the varsity soccer team as well as the travel soccer team, a school ambassador, a beta club member, serve in the youth ministry at church, and finally, the president of my school’s HOSA chapter which is an organization for future health care professionals.

Cydney Hines - HOSA Donation Img

How did you get involved in all these organizations?

Cydney: I was given an opportunity to play soccer as a 2nd grader and it soon became a large part of my life. I was nominated to be an ambassador by one of my teachers in the 8th grade. My application was accepted to be a beta member freshman year.

I saw a need for leadership in my school’s HOSA chapter, so I ran for president despite only being a freshman at David Thibodaux STEM Magnet Academy.

How does your heritage as an African American influence or impact what you do?

Cydney: The generations that have come before me inspire me to take leadership positions within various organizations.



Are there any icons or figures in America’s Black History that inspire you and/or your passions and why?


Cydney: Rebecca Lee Crumpler was the first female African American doctor. She had to fight through college, medical school, and residency to achieve her dream. She opened the doors for black women all over the world. Her strength shows me that not only can I work within institutions I can create my own.

Cydney Hines seated outdoors in a dress

How do you celebrate Black History Month?

Cydney: Once a week I take time to research a black person that isn’t widely celebrated.



What aspects of your heritage do you feel you honor in your everyday life?


Cydney: I honor my heritage in my everyday life by learning to embrace my skin and natural hair. I also don’t let the other cultures that I am surrounded with outweigh my history and appreciation for all people.

Why do you think it is important to amplify Black community member voices during Black History month?

Cydney: Black History Month brings attention to the low numbers of black people in influential positions such as politics and medicine. Learning about Black History will give future generations more role models and will allow them to rebuild institutions that were founded on principles of racism.

Cydney Hines with her letter jacket

How can others celebrate Black History Month?

Cydney: People can celebrate Black History Month by educating others on the importance of having African Americans in leadership positions.

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