Alfred L. Bright

Alfred L. Bright (January 9, 1940 – October 28, 2019) was an American artist and art educator. He became "the first African American full-time faculty member" at his alma mater, Youngstown State University,[1] and he was the founder and director of its Africana Studies program from 1970 to 1987.[2] His work can be seen in many museums, including the Butler Institute of American Art and the Canton Museum of Art.[1]

Alfred L. Bright
DiedOctober 28, 2019
Resting place 
EducationYoungstown State University
Kent State University
OccupationArtist, art educator

References
  1. Petronelli, Morgan. "Renowned artist and African American educator Al Bright dies". WFMJ-TV. Retrieved November 1, 2019.
  2. "Professor Emeritus Alfred Bright". Black Alumni Chapter. Youngstown State University. Retrieved November 1, 2019.
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