Alfred L. Bright
Alfred L. Bright | |
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Died | October 28, 2019 |
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Education | Youngstown State University Kent State University |
Occupation(s) | Artist, art educator |
Alfred L. Bright (January 9, 1940 – October 28, 2019) was an American artist and art educator. He became "the first African American full-time faculty member" at his alma mater, Youngstown State University,[1] and he was the founder and director of its Africana Studies program from 1970 to 1987.[2] His work can be seen in many museums, including the Butler Institute of American Art and the Canton Museum of Art.[1]
References[edit]
- ^ a b Petronelli, Morgan. "Renowned artist and African American educator Al Bright dies". WFMJ-TV. Retrieved November 1, 2019.
- ^ "Professor Emeritus Alfred Bright". Black Alumni Chapter. Youngstown State University. Retrieved November 1, 2019.
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