Arthur vs. Nyquist and School Desegregation in Post-Civil Rights Buffalo
Do you want to know the history of educational desegregation in Buffalo or/and learn how work as a historian？Consider joining my team!
Project description
This project investigates the overlooked history of educational desegregation in Buffalo's public schools after World War II. Contrary to the common belief that educational segregation was primarily a Southern issue stemming from Jim Crow laws, major cities in the Rust Belt were also significantly impacted by institutional racism. In Buffalo, the legal case Arthur v. Nyquist (1976) marked a pivotal moment in the fight for equitable distribution of educational opportunities and resources.
Students participating in this program will engage in archival research at the UB Libraries and explore various rarely referenced materials, including court documents and newspaper articles related to Arthur v. Nyquist (1976). This experience will provide them with valuable training in historical research methods. While I cannot offer financial support, I am happy to write reference letters and assist participants in other ways.
Project outcome
A set of journal articles and book chapters regarding Arthur vs. Nyquist and its importance in Black Buffalonian history in New York History and other influential outlets.
Project details
| Length of commitment | Less than a semester; 0-2 months |
| Start time | Anytime |
| In-person, remote, or hybrid? | Hybrid Project (can be remote and/or in-person; to be determined by mentor and student) |
| Level of collaboration | Small group project (2-3 students) |
| Benefits | Research experience Reference Letter |
| Who is eligible | All undergraduate students |
Project mentor
Shu Wan
PhD candidate
History
Phone: (319) 383-5797
Email: shuwan@buffalo.edu
Start the project
- Email the project mentor using the contact information above to express your interest and get approval to work on the project. (Here are helpful tips on how to contact a project mentor.)
- After you receive approval from the mentor to start this project, click the button to start the digital badge. (Learn more about ELN's digital badge options.)
Preparation activities
Once you begin the digital badge series, you will have access to all the necessary activities and instructions. Your mentor has indicated they would like you to also complete the specific preparation activities below. After you’re approved to begin the project, your mentor will send the relevant materials. Please reference this when you get to Step 2 of the Preparation Phase.
- Meeting with a Subject Librarian to write an annotated bibliography or literature review
- Contacting the mentor for suggestions
Keywords
History, Buffalo, Racial Justice, African Americans, College of Arts and Sciences