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1967-1968 Rollins College Soccer Team Picture
The 1967 team poses for a picture for the yearbook. Sophomore Bernard “Bernie” Myers was a member of Rollins’ first integrated class in 1966.Learn more -
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1973 Rollins College Tennis Team Photo
The 1973 tennis team poses for a picture for the yearbook.Learn more -
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Black Student Union, 1972-1973
Twenty Black Student Union members pose for their student organization’s yearbook photograph. This is the first Black Student Union photograph included in the Tomokan yearbook. Back row: Krisita Jackson, Theda James, Deborah Coleman, Brenda Martin, Reggie Brock, Blanche Jackson, Lonnie Butler, Otis Cameron, Rodney Dowling. Middle row: Lorraine Powell, Marcus Wilson, Grace Borom, Juanita Gibson, Jennifer Matthews, Roxwell Robinson, Arlinda Staley. Front row: Guilda Brandon, Theotis Bronson, Constance Blackman, Errol Cunningham.Learn more -
Furman University | Text
Hornet Poll Tabulations Indicate Liberal Trend
Editorial in The Furman Hornet student newspaper, dated November 15, 1957. The editorial discusses freedom of public expression on campus, and the results of a recent anonymous 'Hornet Poll,' showing a 'relatively large number of students favoring total or partial racial integration.' A variety of questions and results about other issues Furman students face are also mentioned.Learn more -
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Joe Vaughn in 'The Firebugs'
Joseph Vaughn '68 and Linda Friddle '69 acting in the Furman Theater Guild's production of Max Frisch's comedy, 'The Firebugs.' Vaughn became the university's first African American student on Jan. 29, 1965.Learn more -
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Knowles Memorial Chapel, 1935
The outside of Knowles Memorial Chapel, three years after it had been dedicated in 1932 as a desegregated building.Learn more -
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Lawrence Martinez, Basketball Player, Action Shot
Lawrence Martinez takes a jump shot over his defender. This was Martinez’s sophomore year at Rollins and his second year on the basketball team.Learn more -
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Mission Statement of the Inter-Faith and Race Relations Committee
A mission statement provided by the Rollins College Interfaith and Race Relations Committee regarding improving relations between various racial and religious groups. The statement uses idealistic and vague language along with war imagery to convey their dedication to the ideals of peace and prosperity of all groups.Learn more -
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Reginald "Reggie" Brock Playing Tennis
In 1970, Reginald "Reggie" Brock was the first African American tennis player at Rollins College. He earned two varsity letters and multiple awards during his time with the team.Learn more -
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Resident Heads, 1972-1973
Resident heads Randy Lyon, Andrea Boissy Lyon, and Reginald Brock, who were in charge of the residence halls. Reginald Brock was the only African American student to serve as a resident head that year. Circa 1972-1973Learn more -
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Rollins College Varsity Basketball Team Picture (1968-1969)
The Rollins College basketball team poses for a team picture in the gym. Captain Lawrence Martinez appears in the first row on the far left.Learn more -
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Student Opinion Mixed on Integration: Faculty Votes Indicate Heavy Support of Issue
An article appearing in Furman's student newspaper, The Paladin, dated December 15, 1961. The article includes the results of a recent opinion poll given to the students and faculty seeking their thoughts on the idea of admitting into Furman 'all properly qualified applicants regardless of race or color.'Learn more -
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Students Accept Trustee Admission Policy 4 to 1
An article appearing in Furman's student newspaper, The Paladin, dated November 9, 1963, showing the results of a poll given to Furman students, seeking their opinions on the Furman Trustees' resolution authorizing Furman to admit all qualified applicants regardless of race or color.Learn more