# Dr. Ira Reid: Haverford College’s Unsung Scholar & Activist | Documentary | Featuring Cornel West

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Dr. Ira De Augustine Reid, was a prominent sociologist and proficient writer who wrote on the lives of black immigrants and communities throughout the United States. Follow along his story of perseverance and relentless pursuit and how he became the first tenured African-American Faculty member of Haverford College and left a historical impact on the world of academia.

Dr. Ira De Augustine Reid (1901-1968) was a distinguished American sociologist, educator, and civil rights advocate. A graduate of Morehouse College and Columbia University, Reid made significant contributions to the study of African American life, focusing on issues such as migration, race relations, and urban poverty. He served as a professor at Atlanta University and Haverford College, where he was the first Black faculty member. He is a pioneer as America's first African American tenured professor at elite Haverford College. Reid authored several seminal works, including "The Negro Immigrant" and "In a Minor Key," which explored the complex dynamics of race and identity in America. Throughout his career, Reid was deeply committed to addressing social injustices, working closely with organizations such as the NAACP and the Urban League. He was known not only for his academic rigor but also for his mentorship, guiding and inspiring a new generation of scholars and activists. Reid's work laid the foundation for future studies in African American sociology and continues to resonate in discussions on race and equality today.

Dr. Cornel West is a prominent American philosopher, political activist, and public intellectual. Known for his work in the fields of race, justice, and democracy, West has authored influential books such as Race Matters and Democracy Matters. He has taught at prestigious institutions including Princeton, Harvard, and Yale. A vocal advocate for social justice, West combines his academic work with activism, addressing issues like poverty, racism, and human rights. His…

- What it is: Film
- Length: 1 h 34 min
- Shown live: Sun 8 Feb 2026, 16:00 UTC
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