A powerful documentary by SIU Alumnus and SIU Foundation Board Member Oyd Craddock will be shown at 4:00 today.
Before the West Coast: A Sports Civil Rights Story, tells the inspiring story of how St. Augustine High School broke racial barriers and integrated Louisiana’s all-white athletic association following a 1967 federal court order. See the film and hear the story behind the documentary from Oyd Craddock, an SIU Hall of Famer and respected leader in business and film-making.
The free screening is Tonight from 4 to 6 p.m. at SIU Morris Library in Guyon Auditorium. A Q&A reception will immediately follow the screening.
Oyd Craddock, a New Orleans native and St. Augustine High School graduate, excelled as a student and football state champion before earning a football scholarship to Southern Illinois University. At SIU, he earned a degree in Business Management, setting the stage for a 31-year career at IBM in sales, marketing, and management.
Oyd’s passion for storytelling led him to produce, write, and direct Before the West Coast: A Sports Civil Rights Story, a project that reflects his leadership and ability to inspire. He also holds an MBA from Tulane University, was inducted into the SIU Sports Hall of Fame, served as an adjunct professor at Morehouse College, and was President of St. Augustine High School.
Oyd and his wife, Annette Fortune’ Craddock, have two talented children—Koya, a dancer, and Oyd II, a digital artist.
FREE Screening Tuesday, October 8, 2024 4 – 6 P.M. SIU Morris Library, Guyon Auditorium Film duration: 1 hour and 6 minutes. Q&A and reception immediately following.
Presented by: SIU Foundation in collaboration with the College of Arts and Media, Department of Athletics, and Vice Chancellor for Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities are welcomed. Call 618/453-4900 to request accommodations.
