Alfred L. Bright
DiedOctober 28, 2019
Resting place 
EducationYoungstown State University
Kent State University
Occupation(s)Artist, art educator

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]

References

  1. 1 2 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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