Group portrait of African American schoolgirls photographed in the 1920s. The students are arranged in three rows against a studio backdrop, wearing dresses typical of the period, including garments with sailor collars, pleated skirts, and patterned fabrics. Their hairstyles and clothing reflect the fashion of young women and girls during the early twentieth century. Photographs such as this often documented school classes, clubs, or student groups and were commonly preserved in family albums and community collections. The image reflects the importance of education within African American communities during the early twentieth century and provides a glimpse into the lives of young students during the 1920s.

Booklet page from the 20th Annual Cotillion program featuring the daughters of members of the Los Angeles Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. The photograph shows Miss Portia Kim Broussard and Miss Darrilyn Selena Butler standing together outdoors, dressed in fashionable early-1970s attire and wearing name badges identifying them as participants. Cotillions organized by Links chapters served as important social and cultural events within African American communities, celebrating youth achievement, etiquette, and leadership development. Programs often highlighted the daughters of members and recognized their participation in activities designed to cultivate confidence, education, and community service.

Magazine page from The Archon featuring the article “Accent on Undergraduates,” published in December 1966. The page highlights the participation and achievements of undergraduate members of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., emphasizing the organization’s commitment to leadership development, scholarship, and sisterhood among college students. The lower photograph shows undergraduate members posing with sorority leaders, including founders and national officers, during the Atlantic Regional Conference held October 14–16, 1966. The caption notes the presence of Grand Basileus Bradham and other leaders, with the Epsilon Omega Zeta Chapter serving as host. The page reflects the intergenerational mentorship and leadership structure that connects undergraduate members with the sorority’s national leadership.