Parris, Guichard.

Guichard Parris was director of public relations of the National Urban League from 1944-1968. Born in Guadeloupe, Parris held degrees from Amherst College and Columbia University. He taught at three colleges (1930-1936), then became director of the Negro Affairs National Youth Administration Region I (1939-1942). The bulk of his career was spent at the National Urban League in New York before becoming a consultant for urban affairs for Underwood Jordan Associates (1968-1978). Parris served as president of The Schomburg Corporation (1984-1986).

From the description of Guichard Parris collection, 1936-1983. (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122431050