Archives of the Puerto Rican Diaspora, Center for Puerto Rican Studies (Centro) at Hunter College

Centro de Estudios Puertorriqueños / Center for Puerto Rican Studies Records (1973-1999)

The Center for Puerto Rican Studies Records documents the founding, administration, and programs run by Centro. The records showcase Centro’s role within the Puerto Rican/Latino community, its influence in academic circles and its ongoing commitment to chronicling and interpreting the Puerto Rican experience. The collection contains various documentation relating to Centro’s Administration, Reports, Finances, Proposals, and Programs, and additionally includes photographs and audio-visual media. The SEEK related material is housed within the Subject Files of Director Frank Bonilla.

Materials relating to SEEK within this collection include:

• Task Force on Admissions - SEEK Program (1978 - 1979)

Clemente Soto Vélez and Amanda A. Vélez Papers (1960 - 1994)

The Clemente Soto Vélez and Amanda A. Vélez Papers primarily showcases the life and work of Clemente Soto Vélez, Puerto Rican nationalist, poet, journalist, and activist. There are additional documents pertaining to his wife, Amanda Vélez, and his son, Clemente Soto, Jr. This collection includes personal letters, poetry, manuscripts, biographies, interviews, speeches, and materials about cultural and political organizations. Materials related to SEEK are located within the Subject Files series of this collection.

Materials relating to SEEK within this collection include:

• Seek Program (1969 - 1973)