Papers of William Rodgers, 1912-1940

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia State University
Johnston Memorial Library
Virginia State University
P.O. Box 9406
1 Hayden Drive
Petersburg, Virginia 23806
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Juan-Pablo Gonzalez
Phone: (804) 524-6945
Phone: (804) 524-5582
Fax: (804) 524-6959

Summary

Abstract:
The Rodgers papers consist of a number of bulletins of "The Colored Intercollegiate Athletic Association." Mr.Rodgers was the secretary of this group for a number of years.
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

The CIAA is one of the oldest confrences of the United States. These materials document the early years of this confrence, there are minutes and some reports. These materials are useful in defining what the African American community thought about sports, and, how these activities could be used to bring about change in the society.

The CIAA (now the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Confrence) is one of the oldest conferences in the United States. Organized in 1912, these records include some of the early minutes and bulletins which provide some of the early documentation of what were their goals and how they proceeded to implement them.

Biographical / historical:

William Rodgers came to the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute in 1902 as an instructor of Manual Training and Drawing. In 1917 Mr.Rodges was appointed secretary of the university and he held that position until his retirement in 1947. Mr. Rodgers served in many committees and in 1905 became one of the coaches for the football team. He chaired the university Athelete committee from 1917-1947 and was appointed to represent the university when they joined the CIAA in 1917.

Acquisition information:
A gift from the family of William Rodgers.
Physical description:
15 items