McNeese State University Black History Month Committee Records

McNeese State University Black History Month Committee Records

2004-2006

2.27 linear feet

Collection Number 205

Prepared by Tammie Pettis
October 2007

CITATION: McNeese State University Black History Month Committee Records, Collection No. 205, Box number, Folder number, Archives and Special Collections Department, Frazar Memorial Library, McNeese State University.

Archives and Special Collections Department

Frazar Memorial Library

McNeese State University

Historical Sketch

For many years, McNeese State University recognized Black History Month each February, but events during this time were few and far between. In 2004, with the formation of the McNeese Black History Month Committee, the University began presenting Black History Months filled with events and activities that proudly and significantly celebrate Americans of African descent.

Scope and Content Note

The records consist of newspaper articles, meeting minutes, promotional materials, and samples of the work of featured artists.

Container List

Box	Folder	Description
1	1	Meeting minutes, reports, letters, and planning calendar
	2	Alvin Batiste - newspaper articles and art work samples
	3	Alford Green, Jr. – promotional materials
	4	2005 Events - Promotional materials and pictures
	5	2006 Events - Promotional materials and some programs
		Oversized posters for the Alvin Batiste exhibit and the Alford Green, Jr. exhibit
		CDs: 1 of Alvin Batiste’s work; 2 of Alford Green’s work
		1 videotape of Dr. Rosemary Gray in a KPLC spot promoting the 2005 Black History Month events.

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