Professors Susan Michalczyk and John Michalczyk’s second film centering on Lou Montgomery, BC’s first Black student-athlete, will premiere on April 27 at the Arts Fest.
Men's Basketball, Football, Sports
Catalysts: Reflecting On Black History In BC Athletics
Since the 1930s, Black athletes, coaches, and athletic administrators have frequently led the fight against racial discrimination at BC.
On Campus, News
Film on First African American BC Football Player Sparks Race Discussion
The racial discrimination portrayed in the film led students to talk about the current racial climate on BC’s campus.
On Campus, Arts, Top Story
The Lasting Legacy of Lou Montgomery
In the late 1930s Lou Montgomery became BC’s first black athlete. Despite this marked stride towards progressive ideals, Montgomery faced adversity and prejudice at home and on the road. As a virtuous man, Montgomery took these unfair slights with equal parts grace and strength.
News, Featured Story
Heights Through The Century: Integration And Inclusion At BC
‘The Heights’ revisits BC’s long road to integration, profiling the University’s shift from an all-white institution to a more diverse community.
