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Academic Council Meeting Minutes 1969

The minutes of an emergency meeting of the Executive Policy Committee the evening of the student demonstrations describe President Burns's discussion…

ALUMNI INTERVIEW WITH VICTOR ORNELAS

Victor Ornelas, who graduated from University of the Pacific in 1970 and studied in the masters program in history from 1971-1973, talks about his…

black raft . . . white sea by John Stanton

Shortly after the demonstration at Burns Tower, Black Student Union (BSU) president John Stanton reflected on the challenges of being a Black student…

Black Student Union (BSU) Demands

Through the fall, students continued to demand changes to University of the Pacific's racial climate. These letters and statements, sent to academic…

BSU Presents Demands at Sorority Houses

Following the spring 1969 demonstrations, the Black Student Union continued to raise awareness about the need for equity and inclusion at UOP.

Burns Tower about 1970

This postcard features Burns Tower, University of the Pacific’s Burns Tower, the iconic landmark that can be seen throughout much of Stockton, in…

Clifford Hand Letter to Jack Bevan December 1969

Through the fall, students continued to demand changes to improve the conditions for students of color on the Stockton campus. Vice President Clifford…

Clifford Hand Letter to Robert Burns December 1969

In the fall, students asked for a "Third World House" to house the students of color who were coming to UOP. Clifford Hand considers the merits of the…

Decisions Pertaining to BSU Demands 1969

The Executive Policy Committee's report describes the tense racial climate and the administration's response to student protests.

Frats Giving up Confederate Flags

The alumni newsletter announces that UOP's fraternities no longer fly Confederate flags. Upon reflection, understand this practice to be harmful and…