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...

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Howard University Students Speak Out!

Please check out an interview with Howard University Students discussing the campaign to Save the African Studies and Research Center on Washington DC's Pacifica Radio WPFW 89.3.   
Special Thanks to Symone Wilson, Benjamin Woods (ASRC alum), and Iyelli Ichille!

To Listen Click here and Select the "Voices with Vision 2011-04-12 Comp" broadcast (#77).  The discussion begins at the 19:40 mark and ends at about 30:16.
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