Delaware State University Partners with Getty Images to Illuminate a Rich Legacy and Preserve Historic Archives
June 13, 2024
Getty Images to Restore Thousands of Historic Images from DSU’s Archives and Offer Global Licensing
**DOVER, Del.** – Delaware State University (DSU), one of the nation’s premier Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), has embarked on a groundbreaking journey to preserve and share its storied legacy with the world. In a landmark partnership with Getty Images, a global leader in visual content, DSU is set to enhance its archival digitization efforts, dramatically expanding the reach and impact of its rich history.
This collaboration marks a pivotal moment for DSU, transforming its ability to chronicle its evolution from its founding in 1891 as Delaware’s only HBCU to its current status as a beacon of higher education and cultural influence. With Getty Images’ expertise, DSU’s archives will now be meticulously restored and digitized, ensuring that the extraordinary narratives of its past are preserved and made accessible for future generations.
Delaware State University has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Getty Images to preserve and globally share its rich historical archives. Courtesy of Delaware State University
The history encapsulated within DSU’s archives includes the remarkable journeys of its alumni, such as Steve Ewing, a prominent Ford automobile franchisee; Emmy-winning journalist Cathleen Trigg-Jones; celebrated actor Aaron D. Spears; Grammy-winning artist SZA; acclaimed filmmaker Eric Dickens; and NFL legend John Taylor, among others. The university has also welcomed esteemed figures like President Joe Biden, civil rights icon Jesse Jackson, Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness, business titan Calvin Butler, Washington Post’s former publisher Don Graham, Grammy-winning singer John Legend, and NBA Hall of Famer Magic Johnson.
“This partnership with Getty Images not only amplifies the global recognition of Delaware State University but also reflects our unwavering commitment to our heritage and our bold vision for the future,” stated Tony Allen, President of DSU. “The world deserves to see the profound impact and enduring legacy of DSU as the most substantively diverse, contemporary, and unapologetic HBCU in the world.”
Delaware State University has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Getty Images to preserve and globally share its rich historical archives. Courtesy of Delaware State University
Getty Images will finance the restoration of thousands of historical images from DSU’s archives through the HBCU Photo Archive Grants Program, funded by the Getty Family and Stand Together. These revitalized images will be available for licensing worldwide via Getty Images’ extensive distribution platform, broadening the scope of DSU’s influence and cultural contributions.
The digitization process is supported by Getty Images’ esteemed partner, Epson America, Inc., which has donated an advanced Expression 13000XL scanner and software to aid DSU’s archival efforts. Adnet Global, another key partner specializing in the digitalization and restoration of historical visual libraries, will ensure DSU’s images are meticulously cataloged with enriched metadata, enhancing their discoverability on Getty Images’ platform.
Delaware State University has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Getty Images to preserve and globally share its rich historical archives. Courtesy of Delaware State University
Cassandra Illidge, Vice President of Global Partnerships and Executive Director of the HBCU Program at Getty Images, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration: “We are thrilled to partner with Delaware State University to shine a light on their extraordinary history. This partnership is a testament to the unique and powerful stories embedded in HBCU archives, and we are honored to help bring DSU’s rich legacy to a global audience.”
Dr. Vita Pickrum, DSU’s Vice President of Institutional Advancement, added, “DSU has emerged as a leader among minority-serving institutions, and through our collaboration with Getty Images, we are poised to share our vibrant history and legacy with the world.”
Explore Delaware State University’s captivating archival images on Getty Images at the link below and delve into a rich tapestry of history that continues to inspire.
[Discover DSU’s Archival Images on Getty Images](https://www.gettyimages.com/corporate-responsibility/hbcu-partnership)
**Learn more about the Getty Images HBCU Photo Archive Grants Program here:**
[Getty Images HBCU Photo Archive Grants Program](https://www.gettyimages.com/corporate-responsibility/hbcu-partnership)