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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 -
Rollins College | ImageBlack Student Union, 1974-1975
Thirteen members of the Black Student Union gather for their yearbook photo. They are seated on the steps of Bush Science Center. (First row, left to right): Douglas Pollard, Denise Brookins, Blondie Jones, Priscilla Lyons, Roxwell Robinson. (Second row, left to right): Vic Crumity, Errol Cunningham, Willie Flowers, Dick Twine, Roslyn Lawson, Luther Graham, Kimberly Broxton, Sharon Israel.Learn more -
Rollins College | ImageBlack Student Union, 1975-1976
Fourteen Black Student Union members pose for their student organization’s yearbook photograph. (First row, left to right): Blondie Jones, Priscilla Lyons, Debbie Mitchell, Kim Broxton, Denise Brookins, Rosalyn Lawson. (Second row, left to right): Aaron Spencer, Roxwell Robinson, Tim Graddy, Dirk Twine, Willie Hicks, Victor Crumity, Doug Pollard, Luther Graham.Learn 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 -
W & L University | ImageGroup photo of 1982 SABU members
A photograph of eight members of the 1982 Student Association for Black Unity (SABU) at Washington and Lee University.Learn 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 -
W & L University | ImageLarge group photo of 1982 SABU members
A large group photograph of the 1982 members of the Student Association for Black Unity (SABU) at Washington and Lee University on the staircase of Evans Hall.Learn more -
Rollins College | ImageLawrence 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 -
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 band has a horn section, drummer, several guitarists, along wih the lead singer. The trumpet player and saxophone player are dancing.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 -
Rollins College | TextRace Relations Day, 1945
A Rollins Sandspur article describing the first Race Relations Sunday, which brought together white and African American residents to celebrate Race Relations Day with music, film, and speeches. Rollins' hosting of this event on campus with support from Winter Park and the Hungerford School shows local and collegiate interest in supporting African Americans.Learn more -
Rollins College | ImageRollins 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 -
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
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