This 1937 article reports on a Philadelphia conference discussing the need for realistic school curriculums tailored to African American students' economic and social realities. Bayard Rustin, then a student participated in cultural activities during the event.
1932 West Chester Report: Bayard Rustin’s Departure for Wilberforce University Amid Local Tragedy
This 1932 Article briefly notes Bayard Rustin leaving west Chester to attend Wilberforce University, highlighting his role as honor speakers at his high school commencement. This notice appears amidst reports of local deaths and community events, underscoring the contrast between Rustin's hopeful future along somber local news.
