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The vision for
the Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center is
a legacy of the historic Civil Rights and Black Studies
Movements that sought among many other goals and
objectives, to have American colleges and universities
more adequately and prominently reflect the full scope
of human and cultural diversity in all areas of the
learning environment. During this period of
socio-cultural transformation, African American Students
at Austin Peay challenged the University's community to
recognize the contemporary, historical, socio-political
and intellectual contributions of African Americans.
Those students were adamant about their need to have a
place that celebrated and consistently displayed the
salience of the African American experience.
Named in honor of the first African American graduate
from APSU, the center's mission is intertwined with the
University's goals relative to the creation of a
collaborative, integrative learning community that
fosters critical inquiry and self-reflection necessary
in a global society. Additionally, the mission of
the center involves providing a nurturing environment
where all students, regardless of race, can gain an
appreciation for the African heritage and experience of
African American people.
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