Purdue opens Black History Month by honoring Parker sisters

January 30, 2023 Purdue News

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. —

Purdue University will begin its celebration of Black History Month on Friday (Feb. 3) with the unveiling of a permanent commemorative installation honoring Winifred and Frieda Parker, the sisters who broke down barriers of segregation and paved the way for integrated student housing at Purdue in the late 1940s.

The event is at 3:30 p.m. in the lobby of Frieda Parker Hall, 1196 Third Street. Those interested in attending are encouraged to register online.

More information is available online.

Media Contact: Tim Doty, doty2@purdue.edu