The Cultural Histories Project explores the university's changing cultural landscape over the last century, from the diversification of admissions and the tumult of the 1950s and '60s to ongoing efforts to expand perceptions of who Yalies are and from where they come. Check in with this initiative to read oral histories of important moments in Yale's past, understand the stories behind some of Yale's signature institutions, and learn about why Yale is the place it is today.
By Daevan Mangalmurti and Brian Reyes A mural is painted on the exterior wall of 301 Crown St. in New Haven, Connecticut. It depicts a three-tiered human pyramid: laborers and construction workers supporting janitors and musicians supporting businessmen and students. Behind these people, in their brightly colored shirts and skirts,...
Daevan Mangalmurti sits down with Rick Chavolla for The Cultural Histories Project. This venture explores the university's changing cultural landscape over the last century, from the diversification of admissions and the tumult of the 1950s and '60s to ongoing efforts to expand perceptions of who Yalies are...
