10/23/1968 - Students detained by UNM police after field protest, 1968
File — Binder: 4, Item: 23
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The Black Alumni Association Collection offers a diverse compilation of articles sourced from the University of New Mexico's student newspaper, the Daily Lobo. These articles focus on the struggles, achievements, and contributions of Black students who attended the university. The collection spans from the 1940s to the 1970s and sheds light on the challenges of segregation and civil rights, the emergence and influence of the Black Student Union, notable contributions by individuals and athletes like Don Woods, Ira Harge and others, and the various activities and organizations within the Black student community. The majority of the collection's content is concentrated in the 1960s and 1970s, reflecting a significant period of transformation and progression for Black students at the University of New Mexico. This archive serves as a valuable resource to understand the historical context and the impact made by Black students within the university.
Dates
- 1968
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 Cubic Feet (1 Box)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Simmons, Barbara (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451