There are gaps in the historical record of Purdue University as evidenced in the lack of source materials in the University Archives. In particular, researching history on Black alumni, faculty, and staff and other people of color in Purdue's past is challenging due to the scarcity of source material. This presentation discusses gaps or archival silences in the University Archives and measures being taken to preserve and share access to Black history at Purdue.
KeywordsPurdue University, African-Americans, Black alumni, University Archives, Special Collections, Black History, Student Life, Archives and Manuscripts, Inclusive Archival Description, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
Date of this Version2-9-2024
Recommended CitationMorris, Sammie L., "Navigating Archival Silences: Black History at Purdue" (2024). Libraries Faculty and Staff Presentations. Paper 193.
https://docs.lib.purdue.edu/lib_fspres/193
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