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...

Video Campaign

The Save Africana Committee is collecting video and photo statements from supporters of the campaign.  You do not need to be affiliated with Cornell to show take a stand against autocratic decision-making and the further consolidation of Ethnic Studies programs in higher education!

If you would like to submit a video (via YouTube or as a Quicktime Movie file) or photograph, please contact us here.
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