This research guide supports students investigating the S.E.E.K. (Search for Education, Elevation, and Knowledge) program and key figures in New York's civil rights and educational access movements. Navigate through the side tabs to locate resources and use both library databases and open access resources to build comprehensive profiles of your assigned individuals.
The S.E.E.K. program, established in 1965, was CUNY's groundbreaking initiative to provide college access to students from disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly Black and Puerto Rican students who had been historically excluded from higher education.
A potential research strategy for discovering information about your assigned figure is below. Talk to your instructor to fine-tune your strategy and ensure you are meeting their expectations.
Start with general biographical information and historical context for your assigned figure.
Look for speeches, interviews, government documents, and contemporary news coverage.
Find academic articles that analyze your figure's impact and legacy.
Locate photographs, videos, and other multimedia resources.
