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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, September 1982-January 1993

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson, a newspaper published by Harvard University students.

  1. Top Clipping (May 13, 1987):

    • Title: "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism"
    • By Heather R. McLeod
    • The article discusses a protest organized by students and alumni against what they perceive as increasing racism on campus. The event included speeches and was led by a South African diplomat. The headline mentions that university officials rejected a request for disciplinary action against students involved in the demonstration, which blocked two exits from a Science Center.
  2. Middle Clipping (Globe Staff):

    • Title: "Their mission: make art come alive"
    • This article focuses on the mission of docents at Harvard’s museums. It highlights how docents like Jean Dietz and others provide an informed introduction to the art collections, emphasizing the significance of the artworks and their historical context. The piece also describes the docents' backgrounds and how they contribute to the educational experience of visitors.
  3. Right Clipping (September 4, 1987):

    • This part appears to be a partial excerpt from a piece on the opening of an art museum event or lecture series.
    • The article mentions an art museum opening and talks about a series of lectures by notable individuals such as Melvin H. Jones, who is a former city councilor from South Africa, and the necessity of these talks to promote understanding and dialogue.

The bottom part of the collage shows some scattered text, possibly related to the same event or an additional segment, but it is not entirely legible. The clippings collectively reflect a mix of issues related to campus activism, academic discussions on art and history, and community engagement.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson and Harvard Gazette, dated May 13, 1987, and September 4, 1987. Here’s a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left Clipping - "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism":

    • Headline: Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism
    • By: Heather R. McLeod
    • Content: The article discusses a protest rally held by students and alumni against racism at the university. University officials were criticized for disciplining students who attempted to block three exits from a South African diplomat's speech at the Science Center. The rally featured speeches, including one by Consult Duke Kent-Brown.
  2. Top Center Clipping - Harvard Crimson:

    • Headline: No specific headline is fully visible, but it appears to be part of the same event or related to the rally.
    • Date: May 13, 1987
    • Content: It references the rally and the broader context of racism on campus, with an emphasis on the disciplinary actions taken by university officials.
  3. Center Clipping - "Their mission: make art come alive":

    • Headline: Their mission: make art come alive
    • By: Globe Staff
    • Content: This article discusses the efforts of docents at Harvard's Arthur M. Sackler Museum to bring ancient art to life for visitors. It highlights the dedication of the docents, who often recount the history and significance of the artifacts, aiming to make the museum experience more engaging and informative.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping - "Senior Set":

    • Headline: Senior Set
    • By: Globe Staff
    • Content: This section provides a detailed look at the role of docents at various Harvard museums, including the Sackler Museum, Fog Art Museum, and Busch-Reisinger Museum. It mentions the extensive training and passion these docents bring to their roles, aiming to enrich visitors' experiences with historical and cultural insights.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping - "Test":

    • Headline: Partially visible, but appears to be related to an event or program titled "Test" and dated September 4, 1987.
    • Content: The visible text discusses the importance of a series of events related to teaching and learning, possibly involving a broader community outreach initiative. It mentions an event at the Harvard Art Museums and the need for inclusivity and understanding of diverse perspectives.

Overall, the clippings collectively cover topics related to social activism, educational initiatives, and cultural engagement at Harvard University during the late 1980s.

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The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from the Harvard Crimson and the Harvard University Gazette, dated May 13, 1987, and September 4, 1987. Here’s a detailed summary of the content in each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Harvard Crimson, May 13, 1987):

    • Headline: "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism"
    • Author: Heather R. McLeod
    • Content: The article discusses an anti-racism rally at Harvard University. University officials had previously rejected a proposal to discipline the administration for their handling of racism incidents. The rally was attended by various speakers, including Duke Kent-Brown, who spoke in front of the Science Center. The rally was part of a broader effort to address racism on campus.
  2. Middle Clipping (Harvard Gazette, September 4, 1987):

    • Headline: "Their mission: make art come alive"
    • Author: Globe Staff
    • Content: This article discusses the role of docents at Harvard's art museums. Docents, often volunteers, guide visitors through the collections, providing historical and artistic context. The article mentions Harvard's Arthur M. Sackler Museum, the Fogg Art Museum, and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, highlighting the importance of these guides in enhancing the visitor experience. The piece also includes a quote from a docent, emphasizing the enjoyment of sharing knowledge and the art.
  3. Bottom Clipping (Harvard Gazette, September 4, 1987):

    • Headline: Not fully visible, but mentions "Senior Set" and "Page A11"
    • Content: This article discusses the teaching methods of docents at Harvard’s art museums. It highlights the importance of docents in educating visitors about the art and their historical contexts. The article mentions that the docents are volunteers who are passionate about art and education.
  4. Small Clipping on the Right (Harvard Gazette, September 4, 1987):

    • Headline: Not fully visible, but mentions the "Necessary Defense"
    • Content: This article appears to be related to a rally or event concerning racial issues. It includes a quote from a person discussing the importance of addressing racial issues and mentions a series of events that took place at Harvard. The article also lists names and titles of individuals involved in the rally.

Overall, the clippings focus on significant issues at Harvard University, including efforts to combat racism and the role of art docents in education and visitor engagement.

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The image shows two newspaper pages with articles and headlines related to events at Harvard University.

Left Page:

Main Article:

Title: Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism

Summary:

  • Date: May 13, 1987
  • Author: By Heather R. McLeod
  • University officials faced criticism for not addressing racism after an incident where two black students were blocked from entering a campus party in March.
  • A rally against racism was held at the Science Center, featuring speakers like South African diplomat Duke Kent-Brown, who emphasized the need for immediate administrative action.

Letters to the Editor:

Title: Racism at Harvard

Summary:

  • E. Fox: Criticizes the lack of administrative action and the apparent tolerance of racism, mentioning specific incidents and the need for change.
  • Donna M. Hughes: Reflects on the broader issue of racism and elitism, sharing personal experiences and observations from her time at Harvard.

Right Page:

Main Article:

Title: Their mission: make art come alive

Summary:

  • Date: September 4, 1987
  • Author: By Joan Dett, Globe Staff
  • The article describes the role of student docents at Harvard's Arthur M. Sackler Museum. These students provide guided tours and bring art to life for visitors.
  • Docents like Chris Johnson undergo extensive training to offer detailed and engaging interpretations of art pieces, including historical and cultural context.
  • The program aims to make art accessible and engaging, especially for first-time visitors.

Sidebar Article:

Title: Senior set to test 'necessity' defense

Summary:

  • Author: Lana Branton
  • Describes the legal situation of a Harvard student, along with others, who are planning to use the "necessity defense" in court.
  • They are charged with trespassing after protesting apartheid by occupying a building.
  • The defendants argue that their actions were necessary to prevent a greater harm, specifically the broader issue of racial injustice and apartheid in South Africa.

Overall, both pages deal with themes of race, activism, and education at Harvard University. The left page focuses on incidents and reactions to racism, while the right page highlights efforts to make art engaging and a legal case involving student activism.

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The image displays an open newspaper with several articles and headlines visible. The most prominent article on the left page is titled "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism," authored by Heather R. McLeod. The article discusses a university's response to racist incidents, mentioning a march and rally led by a student and a sociology professor. It also references a similar protest in March and the formation of a coalition called Students Against Apartheid.

On the right page, the main article is titled "Their mission: make art come alive," written by Jean Dietz. This article focuses on the role of docents at Harvard art museums, highlighting their efforts to engage visitors, including schoolchildren, and make art accessible and meaningful. The article includes a brief illustration and mentions specific docents and their backgrounds.

Other smaller headlines and articles are partially visible, including one about a museum opening and another about a test. The newspaper also contains dates, possibly indicating the day's edition and an earlier significant date.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the Harvard Crimson, which is the daily newspaper of Harvard University. The page includes several articles and sections, some of which are partially visible. Here are the details of the visible content:

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Headline: "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism"
    • Byline: By Heather B. McLeod
    • Summary: The article discusses a protest against racism at Harvard, with a focus on the blockade of a Science Center room. It mentions that the rally was organized by the United Minorities Council and that various administrators were present.
  2. Top Right Article:

    • Headline: "Harvard University Gazette"
    • Date: Sep 4, 1987
    • Volume and Issue Number: Vol. 83, No. 1
    • Summary: This section appears to be a continuation of an article from the Harvard University Gazette, discussing a topic related to the university.
  3. Main Center Article:

    • Headline: "Their mission: make art come alive"
    • Byline: By Glover
    • Summary: The article discusses a group of docents (volunteer tour guides) at Harvard's Arthur M. Sackler Museum. These docents aim to make art more accessible and engaging for visitors, particularly schoolchildren. The article mentions that the docents undergo extensive training and are passionate about their roles.
  4. Bottom Right Article:

    • Headline: "test" (partially visible)
    • Summary: This section is not fully visible, but it appears to be discussing a test or an evaluation related to the university.
  5. Bottom Left Article:

    • Headline: "Association of Black Harvard Women"
    • Summary: This section mentions the Association of Black Harvard Women and their efforts to address issues of racism and diversity on campus.
  6. Illustration:

    • There is an illustration of a group of people, likely docents, engaging with a piece of art in a museum setting. The illustration is credited to Laura Brennan.

The page is part of a scrapbook or archive, as indicated by the way the articles are clipped and pasted onto the page. The content reflects the issues and activities at Harvard University during the late 1980s, with a focus on racism, art education, and campus life.

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This image shows several overlapping newspaper clippings that are arranged on a beige or light yellow surface, which could be a desk or a table. The arrangement seems carefully placed to expose specific headings and article texts.

The most visible article headline reads "Their mission: make art come alive," followed by smaller text, however, due to the overlapping papers, only a portion of the article is visible. The article features a grayscale illustration of three individuals looking at a framed picture.

To the left of this article, another clipping shows a headline that reads, "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism." To the right, there are headers from what seem to be different publications or sections. One reads "HARVARD CRIMSON" with the subtitle "CAMBRIDGE, MASS" and displays a date of "MAY 13 1987," while another piece bears the header "HARVARD UNIV. GAZETTE" with a date of "SEP 4 1987."

The topmost clipping appears to be partially showing an advertisement or article related to antiques. Additionally, the lower right corner contains fragmented text pointing towards a continuation on another page, which includes phrases such as "test test" and "the necessity of."

There is also a number "(617) 495-..." partially visible, suggesting a phone number, though it’s incomplete. This image gives the impression of research material or historical articles possibly being organized for reference or study purposes.

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This image shows an open scrapbook or album containing multiple newspaper clippings. The clippings are layered, with one larger central clipping prominently displayed and several other smaller clippings partially visible behind it. The largest clipping in the center is titled "Their mission: make art come alive" and discusses docents who guide visitors through art museums, focusing on Southeast Asian and Indian art at Harvard's Arthur M. Sackler Museum. There is a small illustration within the central clipping showing three people viewing a piece of art. Other clippings around it include headlines about students and alumni rallying against increasing collegiate racism and notices from Harvard University publications dated in 1987. The overall impression is that this page is part of a historical or archival collection focused on Harvard University and related social and cultural events.

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The image is a close-up of a book or magazine open to a page with a collection of articles and clippings. The page appears to be from a publication that focuses on cultural or educational topics, possibly a university newspaper or a specialized magazine. The text is written in a small, dense font, and the layout includes several distinct sections.

The top left section of the page features a headline that reads "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism," with a subheading that reads "By HEATHER V. McLEOD." This article appears to discuss a recent rally or protest against racism on campus, with quotes from students and alumni.

The top right section of the page includes a small, printed label that reads "HARVARD CRIMSON HARVARD UNIVERSITY CAMBRIDGE, MA D. 5,000." This label likely indicates the source or affiliation of the publication.

The bottom left section of the page features an article titled "Their mission: make art come alive," which discusses the role of docents in bringing art to life for visitors. The article includes quotes from a docent named Johnson, who shares his experiences leading tours of ancient Asian and Indian art at the Harvard Art Museums.

The bottom right section of the page includes a clipping from a newspaper that reads "Their mission: make art come alive." This clipping appears to be a reprint of the article from the Harvard Crimson, with a slightly different headline and layout.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the content and focus of a publication that covers cultural and educational topics, with a particular emphasis on art and activism. The inclusion of multiple articles and clippings suggests that the publication is a source of information and discussion for a specific community or audience.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from the Harvard Crimson, dated May 13, 1987. The page is titled "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism" and is attributed to Heather R. McLeod. The article discusses a protest by students and alumni against disciplinary action taken by the university against two students who attempted to block off three exits from a room where South African diplomat, Kent-Brown, was speaking at an anti-racism rally.

Key Elements in the Image:

Header Information:

  • Title: "Students, Alumni Rally Against Increasing Collegiate Racism"
  • Byline: Heather R. McLeod
  • Publication: Harvard Crimson, Harvard University Gazette, Cambridge, MA
  • Date: May 13, 1987
  • Page Number: D. 5,000

Main Article Content:

  • Protest Details: The article describes a rally organized by students and alumni in response to disciplinary action taken against two students for attempting to block exits during a speech by a South African diplomat.
  • Speakers: The rally was attended by notable figures, including South African diplomat Kent-Brown and others, who spoke at the event.

Sidebar Article:

  • Title: "Their mission: make art come alive"
  • Author: Jean Dietz
  • Content: This sidebar discusses a program called the Senior Set, which provides guided tours of art collections at Harvard Art Museums. The program is led by retired professionals who serve as volunteer tour leaders. The article highlights the mission of the Senior Set to make ancient art "come alive" by offering an informed introduction to the wealth of objects in the collections. It includes a brief description of the program and its impact, mentioning a specific example of a participant, Charles Johnson, who became a docent after being introduced to ancient art.

Visual Elements:

  • Illustration: There is an illustration of a person in traditional attire, possibly depicting an ancient figure or artifact, which aligns with the theme of the Senior Set program. The illustration is labeled as a "Globe Illustration/Filar Thornley."
  • Text Layout: The page features a clean, organized layout with columns of text, typical of newspaper design. The main article is on the left, and the sidebar is on the right.

Additional Details:

  • Other Articles: The page also includes snippets of other articles and headlines, such as:
    • A reference to an art museum opening on a specific date.
    • A mention of a teaching program and its challenges.
    • A brief note about a test or event labeled "test est."

Summary:

The image depicts a page from the Harvard Crimson dated May 13, 1987, featuring two main pieces of content:

  1. A news article about a student and alumni protest against increasing racism at Harvard University.
  2. A sidebar article titled "Their mission: make art come alive," which discusses the Senior Set program at Harvard Art Museums, aimed at bringing ancient art to life through guided tours led by retired professionals.

The page combines news coverage of social and political issues with cultural and educational initiatives.