1974 Press Photo Chicago Theological Seminary President Dr. Shelby Rooks

The Reverend Dr. Shelby Rooks, above, was named President of the Chicago Theological Seminary, a 119-year-old school of the United Church of Christ. The black theologian-educator is the first of his race to head a mostly white, mainline theological institution.

Photo is dated 1974.

Photo measures 8 x 9 inches.