Schmidt (Christine) Papers, 1977-1996

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Summary

Title:
Christine Schmidt papers
Dates:
1977-1996
Creators:
Abstract:
Extent:
6 linear feet (four cartons, two small oversize boxes)
Language:
Preferred citation:

Christine Schmidt papers. GLBT Historical Society

Background

Scope and content:

This collection consists of subject files related to various queer issues, activities, and organizations collected by Christine Schmidt, as well as audiotapes of “Diagonally Speaking.” Significant topics and organizations include discrimination against queer people at SJSU, homophobia in the media, the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) (South Bay, San Francisco Bay Area and USA chapters), ROTC discrimination against queer people, and United Way of Santa Clara County. GSSO Linked Terms: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/NCIT_C16529; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_000381; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_008525

Biographical / historical:

Christine Schmidt was Programs Director at the Billy DeFrank Community Center in San Jose from 1992 to 1994. As a student at San Jose State University (SJSU), she hosted the radio talk show, “Diagonally Speaking,” and was a student organizer with the Alternative Life Political Action Committee (ALPAC).

Acquisition information:
Gift of Christine Schmidt, formerly Pamela Louise Schmidt, 1995-1997.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by GLBT Historical Society staff.
Date Prepared:
1977-1996
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

Preferred citation:

Christine Schmidt papers. GLBT Historical Society

Location of this collection:
989 Market Street, Lower Level
San Francisco, CA 94103, US
Contact:
(415) 777-5455
reference@glbthistory.org
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