RESEARCH, 1973-1987

Summary: These files contain materials related to the status of women in the arts, arts organizations, and higher education which were collected by Brodksy on an ongoing basis to support her activities. The files consist of published writings by others, statistical information gathered from published sources and organizations, bibliographical information, contact lists and directories, and background information from organizations such as the Task Force on Discrimination Against Women and Minorities in Art, the project on the Status and Education of Women, and the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts. Of particular note is a large collection of statistics from 1973-1985 related to discrimination against women in art and higher education which were compiled by Ferris Olin, a WCA colleague and Rutgers Art Librarian during this time period. Also of note are a few complete original issues of limited circulation periodicals like Art Worker's News, BVAU News, and New Art Examiner. Collectively, this series serves as a comprehensive guide to the status of women in art.