Most Black memorabilia and collectibles depict distorted, stereotyped images of Blacks, reflecting a past in which racism was directly pervasive, and insidious. Internalization of these symbols and images has made the concept of Black inferiority an inherent and persistent part of American culture, on both conscious and unconscious levels.…

Discusses Alain Locke and his allies' views regarding the advancement of the black race during the early years of the Harlem Renaissance. The author examines the ideological feud between black academic Abram Harris, Jr. and white magazine editor V. F. Calverton that illustrates the problem of white interference in the efforts of black scholars…

The history of Black people's struggle for education is reviewed. It is argued that American education has helped to maintain the disadvantaged status of Blacks rather than acting as an aid to equality. (MC)

Sets forth three calls to education: (1) "Education begins when people are seeking to be whole"; (2) "Education must use memory and her/history as crucial sites of resistance"; (3) "Education must serve to name and to voice." Various strategies for educational change and social empowerment are given. (BF)

The rationale for supporting Black Studies in higher education rests on the program's ability to guide students into human experience as it has affected the lives of Blacks and to examine the variety of ways in which Blacks have responded. The author's personal reflections on White academics' misconceptions are recounted. (Author/JMF)

Presents a message to young people from Nelson Mandela, president of South Africa. Calls for a bridge between the youth of Africa and the United States. Asserts that racial divisions in the United States are major social issues that must be solved. (CFR)