[George Thomas speaks about the need for black scholars to retain their identity while entering the professional world].

George Thomas from the Interdenominational Theological Center, speaks about the need for black scholars to retain their identity while entering the professional world. He asserts that the black scholar must not lose their sense of authenticity despite what the white-influenced perspective of the scholarly world might impose upon them. Introduction by Institute of the Black World (IBW) Director Vincent Harding. Part of a series on "The role of the Black scholar in the struggles of the Black community."

Recorded 1971 July 21.