The following timeline aims to highlight moments from the history of diversity at Davidson College. Established in 1837, Davidson College initially was an institution that was open only to white men. Since this time, Davidson College has developed a commitment to diversity and inclusion with respect to the student body, curriculum, and other aspects of campus life. For updates on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives at Davidson College, please visit this webpage.
As stewards of this institutional history, Archives, Special Collections & Community is committed to documenting, preserving, and educating Davidson's campus community about the diverse experiences of students, faculty, and staff, including the experiences of people of color, individuals of diverse genders and sexualities (LGBTQIA+), first-generation students, international students, individuals of different religious traditions, and women.
This timeline is divided into 4 sections, each covering a specific time period:
We recognize that this timeline is not comprehensive. Updates will be added to this timeline as information becomes available and is confirmed. If there is something on this timeline that is missing or inaccurate, please email us at archives@davidson.edu. If you are interested in additional information about any events or individuals listed here, please email us as well.
Enoch Donaldson, who worked as a janitor at Davidson
Always Part of the Fabric is a short film created to show an overview of the ways African-Americans shaped Davidson College from its beginnings to the present day. The documentary is organized chronologically and divided into 4 main time periods:
1. 1837 – 1865
2. 1865 – 1900
3. 1900 – 1962
4. 1962 - present
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