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Programs on Africa

The Programs on Africa at the Center for Africana Studies provides members of the University of Pennsylvania, local, national, and international communities with information on faculty, researchers, activities, and programming on historical and contemporary Africa.

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Summer Institute for Pre-First Years

This intensive one-week course of study is taught by standing Penn faculty and exposes students to major intellectual and cultural themes and currents in 19th, 20th, and 21st century African and African Diaspora studies.

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Watch the 23rd Annual MLK Jr. Social Justice Lecture & Award!

Prof. Dorothy Roberts presented her lecture “Are Civil Rights Enough?”, had a riveting conversation with Prof. Marcia Chatelain, and was recognized for her prestigious research and activism.

 

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Events



A More Perfect Union: Histories of Voting in America

Hardeep Dhillon, William Sturkey
Oct 18, 2024 at - | ARCH 108
3601 Locust Walk
University of Pennsylvania


This symposium will explore the complex history of voting in the United States. Topics to be discussed include the formation of the Electoral College and design of the Executive Branch, the expanding nature of…



The 4th Annual Distinguished Lecture in African Studies

Peace & Security in Africa
Madam Leymah Gbowee
Oct 21, 2024 at - | Jon M. Huntsman Hall, 8th floor Colloquium Level
3730 Walnut Street
University of Pennsylvania

Join us for The 4th Annual Distinguished Lecture in African Studies featuring Madam Leymah Gbowee, Nobel Prize Laureate. She will deliver a talk on the topic of "Peace and Security” from her experience as a Liberian…



Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom

Presented by W.E.B. Du Bois College House
Rasool Berry
Oct 22, 2024 at - | Harold Haskins Multipurpose Room, W.E.B. Du Bois College House
3900 Walnut Street
University of Pennsylvania

Join us for an engaging evening as we explore the powerful documentary Juneteenth: Faith & Freedom, featuring the insightful Rasool Berry. This special screening will be followed by an in-depth discussion led by…