Commencement and Convocation Ceremonies Collection, 1893-2014; 2017-2018; 2023-2024 to the collection were processed by numerous archivists, including Katelyn Landry in September 2024.
Creator
Columbia University
Abstract Or Scope
This collection consists of materials relating to the commencement and convocation ceremonies of Barnard and College Columbia University.
This series includes oversize posters from various events such as dances, performances, convocations, talks, exhibitions, films, opening exercises and other events and campus celebrations. There are also fraternity charters and society certificates.
Emilie M. Townes is a womanist ethicist and an author and speaker on African American women and the church, specializing in themes such as the oppressive forces of race, sex, and sexuality in the church and society. She has held appointments at the Vanderbilt University Divinity School, the Yale Divinity School, and Union Theological Seminary. The collection contains addresses and sermons, publications, correspondence, coursework and teaching material, memorabilia, and other related materials that reflect her life, work, and thought as a womanist theologian.
Series IX. Politics & Protest, 1762-2024, bulk 1910s-1960s
Abstract Or Scope
From King George II proclamation (1762) to the Graduate Student Union strike (2018), this series covers a wide range of events. It consists of posters, speeches, publications and protest signs.
(1) GSAPP Solidarity Letter sent to the Dean and GSAPP Administration; (1) Ceasefire Now poster from Fayerweather Hall bulletin board near GSAPP studio space. Poster is in crossword format with statement: "Palestine wont forget the crimes of the times".