The Red and Black

The Red and Black (HM79L)

Location: Athens, GA 30602 Clarke County
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Country: United States of America
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N 33° 57.429', W 83° 22.537'

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Student published the first issue of the University of Georgia's campus newspaper, The Red and Black, on Nov. 24, 1893, from offices in the Academic Building [now the Hunter-Holmes Academic Building]. The tabloid boosted school spirit, promoted athletic programs and reported on cultural activities for the University's 212 students. The weekly paper was the official organ of the Athletic Council from 1895 to 1928, when it became a laboratory for the School of Journalism in the Commerce-Journalism Building. It was a semiweekly when it moved with the school to the Journalism Building in 1968 and changed to a broadsheet format. In 1980, The Red and Black became independent of the University, supported by advertising, directed by volunteer professionals and produced by students off campus. In 1991, publication was expanded from four to five days a week. The Red and Black ha provided University students with valuable training and experience. Distinguished alumni include John E. Drewry, the first dean of the School of Journalism; many acclaimed publishers, editors and writers; leaders in broadcasting, public relations and advertising; and recipients of Pulitzer Prizes, Peabody and Academy Awards.
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HM NumberHM79L
Series This marker is part of the Georgia: Georgia Historical Society/Commission series
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Marker Number029-18
Year Placed1994
Placed ByGeorgia Department of Natural Resources
Marker ConditionNo reports yet
Date Added Tuesday, September 23rd, 2014 at 5:40am PDT -07:00
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UTM (WGS84 Datum)17S E 280483 N 3759947
Decimal Degrees33.95715000, -83.37561667
Degrees and Decimal MinutesN 33° 57.429', W 83° 22.537'
Degrees, Minutes and Seconds33° 57' 25.74" N, 83° 22' 32.22" W
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Area Code(s)706
Closest Postal AddressAt or near 101-399 Herty Dr, Athens GA 30602, US
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