Records of the Black Student Alliance, 1993/2006

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
560 Drillfield Dr.
Newman Library, Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA 26041-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Summary

Extent:
0.5 Cubic Feet
Language:
English
Abstract:
The Records of the Black Student Alliance includes a wide array of printed photographs and film strips taken by members of the Black Student Alliance (BSA) at Virginia Tech from approximately 1993 to 2006. There are also 6 film cartridges and 1 CD titled "BSA and LGBTA files. 2005-2006."
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], [collection title, collection dates, Ms####-### or RG#/#], Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

The Records of the Black Student Alliance includes a wide array of printed photographs and film strips taken by members of the Black Student Alliance (BSA) at Virginia Tech from approximately 1993 to 2006. These photographs document Black Student Alliance organized events, guest speakers, banquets, and member activities. There are also 6 film cartridges and 1 CD titled "BSA and LGBTA files. 2005-2006."

Biographical / historical:

The Black Student Alliance (BSA) at Virginia Tech was established in 1978. The Black Student Alliance succeeded the former Human Relations Council, founded in 1968, upholding the same devotion to promoting unity between Black students, the campus community, and the University administration. This is a student-led organization that works to promote a greater understanding of Black culture through educational, collaborative, and/or artistic events and presentations. The Black Student Alliance aligns itself as a social, political, and programming organization, which allows for greater community engagement and inclusion at educational or entertainment events on campus hosted by BSA.

Black Student Alliance website: https://bsa.inclusive.vt.edu/

Acquisition information:
The Records of the Black Student Alliance were gifted to Special Collections and University Archives on November 21, 2024.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the Records of the Black Student Alliance was completed in October 2025.

Arrangement:

This collection is mostly arranged by chronological order.