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Human relations committee - Reconciliation program, BOS, 1979-1980

 File — Box: 10, Folder: 5

Scope and Contents

During a Homecoming parade in October 1979, the Beta Omega Sigma fraternity orchestrated a controversial skit involving three members dressed in KKK robes leading a fourth member in blackface with a noose around his neck. The fraternity was put on probation and required to attend a "Program for Racial Reconciliation and Understanding." This folder contains information on the program

Dates

  • Other: 1979-1980

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions on the use of this collection. Audiovisual materials may be inaccessible pending reformatting. Contact Special Collections for more information.

Extent

From the Collection: 6.4 Cubic Feet (/ 16 boxes and 1 AV box)

Language of Materials

English

Repository Details

Part of the Augustana College Special Collections Repository

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