On April 19, 1969, Cornell students made history when they occupied Willard Straight Hall after a year long struggle for a more inclusive and diverse University. 33 hours later their courageous stance led to the establishment of the Africana Studies and Research Center-- an internationally acclaimed institution that has been a leader in the field of Africana Studies ever since.

42 years later, the struggle continues...

Saturday, March 12, 2011

The Momentum Keeps Growing!!! Press Conference Draws the Attention of Local Filmmakers and Journalists!

Big thanks to Krissy for composing this mini-documentary of yesterday's set of actions to bring awareness of the SAC Campaign to the Cornell Board of Trustees!


Also many thanks to Aaron Munzer for his article which appeared in today's issue of the Ithaca Journal:


"Cornell Africana Center Students, Faculty Protest Administrative Change"
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