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Jackie Robinson (legendary black second baseman) visits Bucknell
These photographs and Student Church pamphlets from February 1949 advertise the presence of a legend on campus. As the first African American to play…
Correspondence with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In this official university correspondence from January 1965, Bucknell student B. R. Willeford responds to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s (1929-1968) letter about civil rights opportunities Bucknell students could assist with, such as voter…
"Martin Luther King Describes Full Living"
This article from a May 1958 issue of the Bucknellian shares that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (1929-1968) spoke at Bucknell's Chapel and gave a talk entitled "The Three Dimensions of a Complete Life." In King’s opinion, the three dimensions of life…
The World Scene: Segregation
According to this October 1954 issue of the Bucknellian, the supreme court has settled the question of segregation in schools, but the article acknowledges that there is a great deal of opposition in the south. The author discusses examples of towns…
Another Viewpoint: Black History Month
This column from a February 1952 issue of the Bucknellian shares the contributions of black historical figures to the cultural heritage of the U.S. then asks why segregation and discrimination persist 80 years after slavery has ended. The author…
"Student Church Dedicates Service to Negro Heritage"
This Bucknellian article from October 1951 shares how Bucknell's student church featured a candlelight service based on black spirituals, poems, and prose which "contribute to our religious heritage." The spiritual “Steal Away” was central, and…
“Robinson, Negro Second Baseman, Guest at Student Church Service”
This Bucknellian article from February 1949 details famous athlete Jackie Robinson's (1919-1972) upcoming visit to campus where he would be speak at student chapel and attend a reception. This article also gives background on Robinson’s life and…
Discrimination Caused By Economics Says Simpson at Soc Club Meeting
The author of this Bucknellian article from 1947 speaks about Frank T. Simpson's (1907-1974) (the executive secretary of the Connecticut Inter-Racial Commission) visit to Bucknell. After guest lecturing in many classes and NAACP (National Association…
Revolution Steamrolling Uphill
This editorial from a 1965 or 1966 issue of the Bucknellian discusses the history of Black America, acknowledging that blacks have not been considered to be "American," but now that is changing. The writer urges everyone to accept the citizenship of…
Civil Rights Issue Stirs Interest
This item contains two articles from the Bucknellian from 1965 or 1966. One article describes the incredible, resonant experience of three Bucknell students who marched in the Montgomery, Alabama Civil rights demonstrations. The other article…
A Time to Respond
This Bucknellian editorial from 1964 urges students to participate in the Civil Rights Movement, informing them of upcoming opportunities in which they should get involved. For example, the University will be providing transportation to Washington…