This issue of Contac from February, 1973 features a biographical sketch of Venture Smith (c.1729-1805), a reflection on Black History Week, and an... Show moreThis issue of Contac from February, 1973 features a biographical sketch of Venture Smith (c.1729-1805), a reflection on Black History Week, and an article about the lives of Jack Johnson and Muhammad Ali. Also included is a statement by the Organization of Afro-American Students on the HEW report on job discrimination at UConn. This issue features several articles related to art and culture, including pieces on the music of Billy Holiday and Merry Clayton, a movie review of “Lady Sings the Blues,” and an article discussing the purpose and work of the Black Art Club at UConn. Also included is the Directory of Important Black Personnel at UConn and a section of articles focusing on international events, such as James Baldwin’s comments on the Palestinian conflict. Show less