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UTA professor’s story told at National World War II Museum

In the newest exhibit at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, "What World War II Means Today," Coast Guardsman and UTA Maverick Reby…

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Honoring Legacy and Struggle: Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters Labor History Exhibit Unveiled for Black History Month

The contributions made by the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters in advancing labor and civil rights are the focus of UTA Libraries Special…

Tommy Chambers walks on Arlington State College's campus to register for classes in Fall 1962.

"Change is Upon Us": The Documents of UT-Arlington's Integration in 1962

UTA Special Collections shares university records documenting the history of Integration at UT-Arlington, which was announced on July 10, 1962.…

Juneteenth celebration with a young girl on a swing ride.

Juneteenth Jubilees in Fort Worth

A look back at Juneteenth celebrations in Fort Worth over the last few decades.

Two men picketing in front of a theater, with "The Compass Rose" logo in the top-right corner.

Remembering Black Labor History in Dallas: Moving Picture Machine Operators Union, Local 249-A

Remembering the establishment, activies, impact, and legacy of the all-Black Dallas Moving Picture Machine Operators Union, Local 249-A.

Two students standing together holding up signs protesting the Rebel theme on UTA's campus. One sign says "Up with the Team To Hell with the Theme." The other says "UTA 1 Way."

Challenging the Confederacy at UTA

Look back at how student activism made way for change on UTA’s campus.

Josie B. Hall with Compass Rose logo

Morality, Education, and Finances: Mrs. Josie Hall's Guide

At the turn of the 19th century, Black American leaders sought ways to uplift their communities in an era of increasing discriminatory laws, legal…

Portrait of Calvin Littlejohn posed next to a Graflex Crown Graphic camera with an external flash attached.

Calvin Littlejohn: Capturing the Heart of Fort Worth

A profile on legendary Fort Worth photographer Calvin Littlejohn and his lasting impact on the city.

Action photo of ASC quarterback Carl Williams with The Compass Rose in the top right corner.

First African American football and men's basketball student-athletes at UTA

In celebration of Black History Month, this blog post explores the first African American football and men's basketball student-athletes at UTA.…

drawing of gold banner with P.V.C. (Prairie View College), small blue string at top left, Compass Rose logo top right

The Pinkie J. Harris Collection: HBCU Connections

Pinkie J. Harris was a Texas Educator who had a social, familial, and academic network that spanned Texas. The letters her and her son, Thompson…

a projection of a slide that reads, "u t a libraries and multicultural affairs present the black hair journey" with a photo of three black women with various styles of hair

UTA Libraries Celebrates Black History Month 2021

The University of Texas at Arlington Libraries is celebrating Black History Month by hosting several events throughout the month, reflecting on…

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Obsequies: The Stories and Lives Within

Obsequies (also known as funeral programs) serve as a window into the lives of those who have gone before, and an illustration of funeral rites…