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W & L University | Image1982 Black Ball attendees seated at tables
A photograph of attendees of the 1982 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University, resting at decorated tables set up in Evans Hall. Couples are having conversations and a drink table is visible in the far background.Learn more -
W & L University | Image1982 Black Ball attendees seated at tables
A photograph of attendees of the 1982 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University, resting at decorated tables set up in Evans Hall.Learn more -
Rollins College | TextAll De Live Long Day Program, 1934
All De Live Long Day, a program of African American folklore, music, and dance, was the second of two productions by Zora Neale Hurston to be performed on the Rollins campus during the 1930s.Learn more -
Centre College | TextApproves Court action on Barber Shops
Ollie Lee Taylor wrote a letter to express his appreciation to everyone who helped participate in the fight against discrimination in the local barbershops. He also wrote about the work that still needed to be done which included holding Danville accountable and continuing to push for change in other areas within the communityLearn more -
W & L University | ImageCandid photograph taken during the 1982 Black Ball
A candid photograph taken during the 1982 Black Ball, put on by the Student Association for Black Unity, of several men laughing and talking.Learn more -
Centre College | TextCentre and Danville should integrate fully
Opinion piece regarding the picketing of segregated barbershops. Also commends student Ollie Taylor’s campaign, as well as pointing out that Centre should be an example for Danville as to what integration looks like. Includes corresponding cartoon.Learn more -
Rollins College | TextHelping to Bridge the Gap
This article, written by Mary McLeod Bethune, discusses her friendship with President Hamilton Holt. It outlines the path of acceptance of African Americans at Rollins College, and her hope for further acceptance and integration in the future. Circa 1955-1956Learn more -
Centre College | ImageHomecoming dance, 1964
Centre College students dancing at the 1964 Homecoming dance, with Grammy-nominated Hank Ballard and the Midnighters performing. The 1964-65 school year was the first offical year of racial integration for the College.Learn more -
Centre College | TextIt Was a Close ‘Shave’ Ollie, but You’ve ‘Clipped’ the Barbershop’s Wings, Congratulations!; Discrimination Ordered Ended
Editorial cartoon celebrating the East District Federal Court order invalidating a section of Kentucky law that allowed Danville barbershops to discriminate against African American customersLearn more -
Centre College | TextJudge Mac Swinford Rules in Favor of Summary Judgement
Explains the next steps in the lawsuit filed against the barbers in Danville that refused to cut black hair. The article emphasizes how students were determined to find a solution to put an end to segregation, even if the case was not ruled in their favorLearn more -
Centre College | TextJudge Swinford issues order enjoining Danville barbers to stop discriminating
The article explains how the judge ordered the barbers to integrate. Centre’s Dean expressed his excitement. There appears to be a positive reaction from faculty and staff members which may represent the attitudes of the leadership at this time.Learn more -
Rollins College | TextLetter from Donald W. Hill to Joseph Taylor, 1969
The administration responds to student demands for more Black studies by creating a winter term course on "Black Literature, History and Sociology." The Dean of Rollins College consulted the Dean of Bethune-Cookman College on the structure and content of the course, demonstrating continued cooperation between the two institutions.Learn more -
Rollins College | ImageMary McLeod Bethune Receives an Honorary Degree from Rollins, 1949
Hamilton Holt awarding Mary McLeod Bethune, President Emerita of Bethune-Cookman College, with an honorary degree of Doctor of Humanities.This is the first honorary degree given to an African American by an institution of higher education in the South.Learn more -
Centre College | TextOnce Controversial Bluegrass Shop Moves
Report on the Bluegrass Barbershop moving from South Third Street to West Walnut Street. Barber Lester Tarter contends he was forced out. Comments from barber Either O. Richardson contending that he would lose white customers if he integrated his shopLearn more -
W & L University | ImagePerformer at 1981 Black Ball
A photograph of the main performer for the 1981 Black Ball at Washington and Lee University taken from the back of the stage.Learn more -
W & L University | ImagePerformers at 1977 Black Ball
A photograph of the performers at the 1977 Black Ball in Evans Hall at Washington and Lee University. The trumpet player and saxophone player are playing their instruments.Learn more -
W & L University | ImagePerformers at 1977 Black Ball
A photograph of the performers at the 1977 Black Ball in Evans Hall at Washington and Lee University. The trumpet player and saxophone player are dancing and pointing at the crowd while the lead singer is singing into the microphone.Learn more -
W & L University | ImagePerformers at the 1982 Black Ball
A photograph of the performers at the 1982 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University. The guitarist is playing while being held up by several band mates.Learn more -
W & L University | ImagePerformers at the 1982 Black Ball, especially the horn section
A photograph of the performers at the 1982 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University. The members of the horn section are playing their instruments, joined on stage by the drummer, a guitarist, and another band member.Learn more -
W & L University | ImageStudents dancing at the 1977 Black Ball
A photograph of several black students dancing in Evans Hall at the 1977 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University..Learn more -
W & L University | ImageStudents dancing at the 1977 Black Ball
A photograph of students dancing to music being performed live in Evans Hall at the 1977 Black Ball at Washington and Lee University. The performers are visible in the background of the photograph.Learn more -
W & L University | ImageStudents Dancing at the 1981 Black Ball
A photograph of several black students dancing in Evans Hall at the 1981 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University.Learn more -
W & L University | ImageStudents Dancing at the 1981 Black Ball
A photograph of several black students dancing in Evans Hall at the 1981 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University.Learn more -
W & L University | ImageStudents dancing at the 1982 Black Ball with keytar player
A photograph of students dancing at the 1982 Black Ball, a formal dance put on by the Student Assocation for Black Unity at Washington and Lee University. The band's keytar player is on the dance floor next to the dancing couple.Learn more -
Centre College | TextSuit Charges Segregation at Barber Shops
An article giving more details regarding the charges against Danville barbershopsLearn more
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