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, March 10, 2011
The Save Africana Campaign Garners Big Support from Distinguished Africana and African American Studies Scholars from Across the U.S.!
This full-page ad appeared in today's Cornell Daily Sun! The Save Africana Committee thanks all of these important scholars for their support in our struggle!
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