Reviews the contributions of nineteenth and twentieth century black historians. (KG)

Contends that black educators should define the objectives and content of Afro-American studies curricula in white universities. (KG)

Argues that black schools must develop an African identity for blacks, for the only hope for true liberation lies in establishing an African nation, which will be responsive to the needs and interests of all African people. (KG)

History of the Pan-African movement, the roles of W.E.B.Du Bois and Marcus Garvey in the movement activities, and the shift to African based leadership of the movement in the 1940's are discussed. (KG)

Response to an article by Professor Vincent Harding in the March, 1969 issue of "Negro Digest addressed to black students and faculty in the North. Supports Professors Harding's contention that an "autonomous black foundation devoted to black studies is imperative and long overdue. (RJ)

Maintains that it is incumbent upon black intellectuals to seek ou the ideological positions that would be most beneficial to black people, and to propagate the ideology therein. (KG)

Describes the confrontation between black scholars, representing the African Heritage Studies Association, and the overwhelmingly white African Studies Association. Black studies are contended not to be the province of white scholars who tend to see Africa as an "ethnic plantation, and who resent the idea of an international unity of African…

Argues that race consciousness preceded racist ideology among apologists for western colonialism; there was, then, a racist predisposition that rationalized barbarous treatment of non-whites for the cause of Christianity and of "civilization. (KG)

Reaction to an article by Professor Vincent Harding in the March, 1969 issue of "Negro Digest addressed to black students and faculty in the North. Argues that rather than undermining the concept of the Black University, the proliferation of black studies programs could contribute to its ultimate realization. (RJ)

Article focuses on the pre-Civil War black theater, and sees narrative story telling, story telling in dialogue form, persuasive speeches, sermons, song, dance, and instrumental music as part of the black theatrical heritage. (KG)