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The African American Studies Collection

Shortly after returning to IU in 1965, where he'd graduated 25 years earlier, Librarian Wilmer Baatz began collecting "Afro-American materials" for the Main Library in response to a perceived university need.

This exhibit will show not only what a daunting task that was in the 1960s, but will provide insight into Baatz' methods, his contacts and those who championed his efforts.

Individuals of note are:

  • Dr. George Juergens of the IU Bloomington History Department

  • Dr. Joseph J. Russell, Dean for the Office of Afro-American Affairs

  • Grace Jackson-Brown, subject specialist for African American Studies at Indiana University Libraries

 

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