Al Bright, professor emeritus of Art and founding director of Black Studies (Africana Studies) at YSU has undoubtedly left a permanent impact on campus after his influence of curricular diversity and mentorship through his teachings of art.
Though Bright’s everlasting affect on YSU’s student population continues on, it expands beyond the Mahoning Valley through his art with pieces on display in museums across the country in states like Virginia, Texas and Massachusetts.
