1,500 Black college students challenged police in 1961. The Supreme Court took their side.

In 1961, Black college students fought segregation. Four years later, their Supreme Court case secured First Amendment rights for future protesters.

Sylvia Copper was a freshman at Southern University when she was suspended for her participation in the historic protest. She knew the risks involved but was steadfast in her decision. Sylvia met with producers on the VERY street where the protest took place.

In “Seven Days of 1961,” we hear about the civil rights movement from those who lived it. Visit sevendaysof1961.usatoday.com to learn more about these pivotal events of 1961.