Early AASU Documents
Bylaws and charter, 1969
This document includes the bylaws and charter of AASU, which stated its purpose as "the unification of individuals who relate directly to the concerns of Black people," with the goal "to protect the interest of Black students."
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Demands and proposals of AASU, 1969
The 52 core demands and proposals outlined by AASU addressed the educational and social experience of African American students at HBS. The goals of the organization included increasing Black enrollment in the MBA program; raising more fellowship funds for Black students; adding new courses relevant to Black students; and promoting meaningful social interaction and career development.
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Letter from Cliff Darden to the Incoming MBA class of 1971
In this letter to the incoming class of 1971, AASU president Clifford E. Darden (MBA '69, DBA '82) highlights AASU's accomplishments and encourages incoming students to become active members in the new organization.
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HBS Archival Collections, Baker Library
African-American Student Union Records, 1968–1997
The African-American Student Union Records document the early years and founding of this significant student organization. The collection contains correspondence, program records, and publications among other materials. The records document the early development and the growth of the Annual Career/Alumni Conference (now known as the H. Naylor Fitzhugh Conference).Andrew F. Brimmer Papers, 1994–2014
Andrew F. Brimmer was one of the nation's leading authorities on economics. His papers document the full breadth of his career as an academic, government official, and economic consultant. Dr. Brimmer's research focused on international monetary policy, capital markets, central banking, and economic issues in the African American community. This work is reflected in his extensive archives.Benjamin Tanner Johnson Papers, 1900–1976
The papers of Benjamin Tanner Johnson (MBA 1921) consist of correspondence, application documents, printed brochures, publications, newspaper clippings, and photographs that outline his career in law, banking, and the public sector.Lillian Lincoln Lambert Papers, 1966-2020
Lillian Lincoln Lambert was one of the founders of the African-American Student Union (AASU) and the first Black woman to graduate from Harvard Business School. Her collection includes interviews, audiovisual materials, papers, and other records related to the publication of her autobiography.David A. Thomas Papers, 1981–2008
David A. Thomas is a recognized thought leader in the field of strategic human resource management. His papers document his research on issues relating to executive development, cultural diversity in organizations, leadership, and organizational change. Materials include correspondence, teaching notes, classroom materials, and drafts of writings and speeches.HBS Archives Photograph Collection: Student Life, 1909–2005
The HBS Archives includes an extensive collection of photographs documenting the social and academic life of students at the School. The collection includes photographs of social events, clubs, outings, and students engaged in classroom discussions.The Harbus News, 1937–Current
The Harbus News is the student newspaper for Harvard Business School. The HBS Archives holds issues from its founding in 1937 through the current day. The weekly newspaper includes articles documenting student life, events on campus, and opinion pieces while providing a window into life at the School during different eras in HBS history.HBS Alumni Bulletin, 1925–Current
The HBS Alumni Bulletin began publication in 1925 and continues today as the publication of the HBS Alumni Association and HBS External Relations. Articles cover faculty research and alumni activities, highlighting the impact of the School and HBS alumni.
HBS Archives Films
The African-American Student Union of HBS: A Salute to the Past a Challenge to the Future, 1994
For the 25th anniversary of AASU at HBS, founders Clifford E. Darden (MBA '69), Lillian Lincoln Lambert (MBA '69), E. Theodore Lewis Jr. (MBA '69), and A. Leroy Willis (MBA '69), and Professor James I. Cash Jr. discussed the founding of AASU and its impact on HBS.
AASU: Transformation Featuring Lillian Lincoln, Jeff Humber, Shaka Rashee and Pamela Thomas-Graham, 2001
Four African American alumni, Lillian Lincoln Lambert (MBA '69), Shaka Rasheed (MBA '01), Pamela Thomas-Graham (MBA '89), and Jeff Humber (MBA '73) recall their first impressions of HBS and reflect on ways in which HBS influenced them.
Unite, Serve, Lead: African Americans at Harvard Business School
The African-American Student Union (AASU) celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2018 and created a documentary to commemorate the African American experience at Harvard Business School.
These collections are available for use in the de Gaspé Beaubien Reading Room.
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