Join us for a conversation with UCLA professor Eddie R. Cole as he discusses his newest book
The Campus Color Line with Princeton s Vice Provost for Institutional Equity & Diversity Michele Minter.
The Campus Color Line illuminates the important role of college presidents, including Princeton’s Robert F. Goheen, in the unfinished struggle for racial equity in education and beyond.
Focusing on the period between 1948 and 1968, Eddie Cole shows how college presidents, during a time of violence and unrest, strategically, yet often silently, initiated and shaped racial policies and practices inside and outside of the educational sphere. With courage and hope, as well as malice and cruelty, college presidents positioned themselves sometimes precariously amid conflicting interests and demands. Black college presidents challenged racist policies as their students demonstrated in the streets against segregation, while presidents of major universities lobbied for urban renewal programs
Princeton hosts Black History Month events that connect, educate and celebrate
Emily Aronson, Office of Communications
Feb. 16, 2021 4:46 p.m.
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Black history is a part of all our histories. In recognition of Black History Month, Princeton University will host virtual conversations, classes, exhibits and educational resources that recognize the lives and achievements of Black people in the context of Princeton’s and the country’s history.
While many events were held earlier this month, the following is a list of Black history-related programs still to come. All events will take place virtually. If you would like to add your department’s upcoming event or ongoing program to this story, please email Emily Aronson in the Office of Communications.
President Eisgruber’s annual State of the University letter, 2021
by the Office of Communications
Feb. 4, 2021 2 p.m.
Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber speaks with Irina Aranovich, general supervisor of Princeton s Diagnostic Laboratory, on a tour of the campus’ new COVID-19 testing facility in October 2020. The testing lab is an integral part of the University’s overall health and safety measures during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Ben Chang, Office of Communications
Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber sent his annual State of the University letter to faculty, students and staff on Thursday, Feb. 4, reflecting on the role of the University in a time of crisis.