On Monday, October 28, 1969, the Association of Black Collegians issued the following demands to the Lafayette administration at an ABC forum located in Colton Chapel:

1. Admission of more Black students to the college.

2. Addition of more Black instructors to the faculty.

3. A Black studies program at the college; i.e.—the offering of more Black courses.

4. The end or neutralization of racist attitudes at the college.

5. A "Black house" to serve as a cultural center for Black students.

According to a Memorandum from the President's Office that was released on April 7, 1970, "The Black Manifesto is often referred to as the "Five Demands," but the document actually is arranged under 5 broad subject headings. Under each heading there is a set of statements which identify problems and indicate broad objectives to be sought. Under each heading specific programs are listed also."

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