Student protests are a part of the multi-dimensional fabric of Brown University.
As one of the first truly immersive microcosms, Brown becomes a place of exploration, expression and understanding that reflects the affairs of the larger world. Predictably, the smart and gifted leaders of tomorrow make efforts to change Brown and the world while they are here. From early protests in 1773 about food not as prescribed to current efforts in 2018 toward graduate student unionization, a reputation for activism sets Brown students and alumni apart.
Examining the 1960s through the ’90s, this exhibition highlights protests and perspectives that exemplify the humanitarian spirit at the core of the Brown community.
Brown University Library Exhibitions gratefully acknowledges the following persons for contributing content, expertise and support for this exhibition.
- Brown University Archives Fellows:
- Amyre S. Brandom, Xavier University of Louisiana, Leadership Alliance
- Kayla Smith, Spelman College, Leadership Alliance
- Rachel Souza, Brown University ’21, Presidential Scholar
- Jennifer Betts, Interim Director of the John Hay Library and Special Collections for the University Library / University Archivist
- Ray Butti, Senior Library Specialist, University Archives
- Tiffini Bowers, Brown University Library, Exhibitions Curator