Photographs
The following photographs portray the May 3, 1968 Takeover events outside of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street. To view a description of each photograph, roll the mouse over the images. Click on the images for a full view, and click twice for an enlarged view. Visit Northwestern Libraries Image Repository for downloadable images. If you have additional photographs from the Takeover or of Black student life at Northwestern University that you are willing to share with University Archives, please contact archives@northwestern.edu.
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz meet to negotiate an agreement, May 3, 1968
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz meet to negotiate an agreement, May 3, 1968
Throughout the day on Friday, May 3, 1968, James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover, and Jack Hinz, Northwestern University Dean of Students and Vice President, met to negotiate an agreement between FMO, AASU, and the University regarding the April 22 demands presented to the NU by FMO and AASU.
Students Outside the Bursar's Office
Students Outside the Bursar's Office
Northwestern University students join in solidarity with over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupying the Bursar’s Office as a means to compel the administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation on campus. By sitting on the steps of the building, students outside of the building were physically blocking the entry way to prevent an incident of police forcibly removing students inside. They also held signs reinforcing members of FMO and AASU’s April 22, 1968 demands to the administration. The sign to the left states, “Black students occupy this building because the administration has turned a deaf ear.” The sign to the right states, “Black autonomy Black self-determination.”
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
Students on the steps of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Students on the steps of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Students on the steps of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
There were Black Northwestern University students who chose not to enter the Bursar’s Office during the Takeover for a number of reasons including the potential of jeopardizing their enrollment status, financial aid, and fear of a violent outcome. As an organization, FMO and AASU members voted to recuse athletes from occupying the building because they had the most to lose if their athletic scholarships were revoked. Some of those athletes are pictured here. The woman to the right holding the sign is Laura Murray. The sign states, “Black students occupy this building because the administration has turned a deaf ear.”
Front view of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Front view of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
A crowd consisting of students, Northwestern staff, and the press gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL as over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupy the building as a means to compel the administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University.
Stephen Broussard exiting the Bursar’s Office through the window, May 3, 1968
Stephen Broussard exiting the Bursar’s Office through the window, May 3, 1968
This photo is taken on the side of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
Front view of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Front view of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
A crowd consisting of students, Northwestern staff, and the press gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL as over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupy the building as a means to compel the administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University.
James Turner speaks with the press, May 3, 1968
James Turner speaks with the press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz meet to negotiate an agreement, May 3, 1968
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz meet to negotiate an agreement, May 3, 1968
Throughout the day on Friday, May 3, 1968, James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover, and Jack Hinz, Northwestern University Dean of Students and Vice President, met to negotiate an agreement between FMO, AASU, and the University regarding the April 22 demands presented to the NU by FMO and AASU. Officer Venice Deeze, a friend to Black students, stands behind Turner.
Outside of the Bursar’s Office
Outside of the Bursar’s Office
An evening shot of the front entrance of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. Signs from the May 3, 1968 hang on the door. The sign to the left states, “Black students occupy this building because the administration has turned a deaf ear.” The sign to the right states, “Black autonomy Black self-determination.”
Crowd gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Crowd gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
A crowd consisting of students, Northwestern staff, and the press gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL as over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupy the building as a means to compel the administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University.
Harold Daniels, Officer Deeze, James Turner, and Mike Hudson, May 3, 1968
Harold Daniels, Officer Deeze, James Turner, and Mike Hudson, May 3, 1968
New Description: James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. The image includes from left to right Harold Daniels, Officer Venice Deeze, a friend to black students at Northwestern, James Turner, and Mike Hudson.
The press gather to interview James Turner, May 3, 1968
The press gather to interview James Turner, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University students, largely white students pictured here, join in solidarity with over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupying the Bursar’s Office as a means to compel the campus administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University. By sitting on the steps of the building, students were physically blocking the entry way to prevent an incident of police forcibly removing students inside.
Members of Students for a Democratic Society, Ellis Pines (left), May 3, 1968
Members of Students for a Democratic Society, Ellis Pines (left), May 3, 1968
Members of Students for a Democratic Society supported over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupying the Bursar’s Office as a means to compel the campus administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University. Thirty members of Students for Democratic Society held a simultaneous takeover by occupying the office of Jack Hinz, Northwestern University Dean of Students and Vice President.
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover holding the list of demands drafted by FMO and AASU and presented to Northwestern administration on April 22, 1968 and speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
Crowd gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Crowd gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
A crowd consisting of students, Northwestern staff, and the press gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL as over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupy the building as a means to compel the campus administration to address racist policies and practices affecting Black students.
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University students, largely white students pictured here, join in solidarity with over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupying the Bursar’s Office as a means to compel the campus administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University. By sitting on the steps of the building, students were physically blocking the entry way to prevent an incident of police forcibly removing students inside.
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz meet to negotiate an agreement, May 3, 1968
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz meet to negotiate an agreement, May 3, 1968
Throughout the day on Friday, May 3, 1968, James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover, and Jack Hinz, Northwestern University Dean of Students and Vice President, met to negotiate an agreement between FMO, AASU, and the University regarding the April 22 demands presented to the NU by FMO and AASU.
James Turner speaks with the press, May 3, 1968
James Turner speaks with the press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. Harold Daniels is to the right of Turner.
Black Northwestern University students on the steps of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Black Northwestern University students on the steps of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
There were Black Northwestern University students who chose not to enter the Bursar’s Office during the Takeover for a number of reasons including the potential of jeopardizing their enrollment status, financial aid, and fear of a violent outcome. As an organization, FMO and AASU members voted to recuse athletes from occupying the building because they had the most to lose if their athletic scholarships were revoked. Some of those athletes are pictured here. The woman to the right holding the sign is Laura Murray. The sign states, “Black students occupy this building because the administration has turned a deaf ear.”
Northwestern University staff in front of the Office of the Dean of Students
Northwestern University staff in front of the Office of the Dean of Students
Northwestern University staff in front of the Office of the Dean of Students
Officer Deeze, Harold Daniels, James Turner, May 3, 1968
Officer Deeze, Harold Daniels, James Turner, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. The image includes from left to right, Officer Venice Deeze, a friend to black students at Northwestern, Harold Daniels, and James Turner.
James Turner speaks with the press, May 3, 1968
James Turner speaks with the press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
Takeover participants entering and exiting the Bursar’s Office through the window, May 3, 1968
Takeover participants entering and exiting the Bursar’s Office through the window, May 3, 1968
This photo is taken on the side of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. Takeover participants used the side window to enter and exit the office and to communicate with those outside of the building who supported them in solidarity.
Black Northwestern University students on the steps of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Black Northwestern University students on the steps of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
There were Black Northwestern University students who chose not to enter the Bursar’s Office during the Takeover for a number of reasons including the potential of jeopardizing their enrollment status, financial aid, and fear of a violent outcome. As an organization, FMO and AASU members voted to recuse athletes from occupying the building because they had the most to lose if their athletic scholarships were revoked. Some of those athletes are pictured here. The woman to the right holding the sign is Laura Murray. Stephen Broussard is holding the sign, “Black students occupy this building because the administration has turned a deaf ear.” The person holding the sign “Black autonomy Black self-determination,” is unknown.
Harold Daniels, Officer Deeze, James Turner, and Mike Hudson, May 3, 1968
Harold Daniels, Officer Deeze, James Turner, and Mike Hudson, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. The image includes from left to right Harold Daniels, Officer Venice Deeze, a friend to black students at Northwestern, James Turner, and Mike Hudson.
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
Front view of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Front view of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
A crowd consisting of students, Northwestern staff, and the press gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL as over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupy the building as a means to compel the administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University.
Crowd gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
Crowd gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office, May 3, 1968
A crowd consisting of students, Northwestern staff, and the press gathers in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL as over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupy the building as a means to compel the administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University.
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. The Rebecca Crown Center, Northwestern University’s administration building, is pictured in the back.
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University students, largely white students pictured here, join in solidarity with over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupying the Bursar’s Office as a means to compel the administration to discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University. By sitting on the steps of the building, students were physically blocking the entry way to prevent an incident of police forcibly removing students inside.
The press gather to interview James Turner, May 3, 1968
The press gather to interview James Turner, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL.
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz Meet for Negotiations
James Turner and Dean Jack Hinz Meet for Negotiations
Throughout the day on Friday, May 3, 1968, James Turner, President of African American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover, and Jack Hinz, Northwestern University Dean of Students and Vice President, met to negotiate an agreement between FMO, AASU, and the University regarding the April 22 demands presented to the NU by FMO and AASU.
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University Students join in solidarity with members of For Members Only (FMO) and Afro-American Student Union (AASU), May 3, 1968
Northwestern University students, largely white students pictured here, join in solidarity with over 100 Black Northwestern University students occupying the Bursar’s Office as a means to compel the administration to address discriminatory campus policies and to heighten awareness of Black students’ experiences of alienation at Northwestern University. By sitting on the steps of the building, students were physically blocking the entry way to prevent an incident of police forcibly removing students inside.
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner and the Press, May 3, 1968
James Turner, President of Afro-American Student Union (AASU), and a lead negotiator in the Bursar’s Office Takeover speaking with the press. This photo is taken in front of the Bursar’s Office on 619 Clark Street in Evanston, IL. The Rebecca Crown Center, Northwestern University’s administration building, is pictured in the back.
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