African American Institute records
Scope and Contents
Although collected by a single person, the papers cover all aspects of the Institute's activities. The bulk of the materials cover the years 1983 and 1984. The African American Institute Records are organized into six series:
Dates
- 1982 - 1985
Creator
- African-American Institute (Organization)
- Raullerson, Calvin H., 1920-2008 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
Some materials in Box 7 are restricted. Except for materials marked as restricted, the records of the African American Institute are available for consultation. To inquire about access to this collection, please contact the Herskovits Library at africana@northwestern.edu.
Extent
7 Boxes
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
The African-American Institute (AAI) plays a notable role in the fostering of educational ties between the United States and countries in Africa; the Institute is a major source of funding for African students wishing to study in the United States, and a voice for Africa in the United States. The African American Institute records document the Institute's work in international aid and education.
Arrangement
Programs, organizations and initiatives, and Countries and regions, are arranged alphabetically. Meetings, correspondence and calendar information are arranged by date.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
This collection was separated from the papers of Joseph E. Harris, as it formed a distinct unit not directly related to Dr. Harris’ activities. In an interview on May 10, 2017, Dr. Harris stated that the papers had been given to him by Calvin Raullerson (1920-2008), who worked at the Institute in the early 1980s.
- Title
- Guide to the African American Institute records
- Author
- Gary L. Strawn
- Date
- 2018-01-05
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Repository Details
Part of the Melville J. Herskovits Library of African Studies Repository
Northwestern University Libraries
1970 Campus Drive
Evanston IL 60208-2300 US
847-467-3084
africana@northwestern.edu