AA&AS News http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/ News from the University of Minnesota's Department of African American and African Studies. en Copyright 2013 Fri, 10 May 2013 09:42:58 -0600 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/?v=4.31-en http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Question Bridge: Black Males JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Juxtaposition Arts
1108 West Broadway Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55411

Question Bridge: Black Males is a nationally acclaimed art exhibition that holds up the voices and experiences of Black men and boys in the U.S. is coming to the Twin Cities. This transmedia art project seeks to represent and redefine Black male identity in America.

EXHIBITION | May 15 - June 10, 2013
Tues, Wed., & Thurs., 10am - 5pm
Other hours by appointment

BLUEPRINT ROUNDTABLE | May 17, 2013 | 6pm - 8pm

QB_Press Release.pdf
QB_poster.pdf

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]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2013/04/2013_benefit_gala_-_morrill_ha.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2013/04/2013_benefit_gala_-_morrill_ha.html departmental meetings and events Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:22:52 -0600 Congratulations to Walt Jacobs Associate Professor Walt Jacobs accepts a new position at University of Wisconsin-Parkside, as Founding Dean of the College of Social Sciences and Professional Studies. Read more.

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2013/04/congratulations_to_walt_jacobs.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2013/04/congratulations_to_walt_jacobs.html Thu, 04 Apr 2013 13:53:22 -0600 Black History Month While the lives and histories of peoples of African descent is a matter of daily study for us in AA&AS, we celebrate Black History Month in many ways on campus and around the Twin Cities. Learn more about the history of Black History Month at the Association for the Study of African American Life and History and see the list of educational activities.

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2013/02/black_history_month.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2013/02/black_history_month.html department info Fri, 08 Feb 2013 09:07:52 -0600 New Department Chair Professor Keith Mayes is now Chair of the Department of African American & African Studies. I will return to regular faculty duties after serving as Chair for 5 years. Thanks to all who have helped me maintain AA&AS as a vibrant community. I know that you will do the same for Professor Mayes!

Best Regards,
Walt Jacobs

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/07/new_department_chair.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/07/new_department_chair.html department info Sun, 01 Jul 2012 10:57:03 -0600 Black Men Reading event The Black Men Reading group will hold its celebration of Black Women's Voices from 6:00-8:00 on Wednesday, June 20, 2012. The event will feature poet Jessica Care Moore and singer Kiana Marie, and will take place at the Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC), 2001 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411.

Jessica Care Moore is an internationally renowned poet/publisher/activist/rock star/playwright and actor. She is a five-time winner on Showtime at the Apollo, was featured on hip-hop mega-star Nas' "Nastradamus" album, and was a regular on Russell Simmon's HBO Series, Def Poetry Jam.

Kiana Marie, an aspiring singer/songwriter, appears on Beyonce's "I Am" World Tour DVD, performing the "Single Ladies" dance. She has also performed with veteran artists Bruce Henry, Daryl Beaudreaux, Dan Ristrom, and Kathleen Johnson. Her song "What You Do" features Stokley Williams of Mint Condition.

The event is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/06/black_men_reading_event.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/06/black_men_reading_event.html in the community Wed, 13 Jun 2012 18:18:00 -0600 2012 Morrill Hall/Rachel Tilsen social justice awards The Morrill Hall and Rachel Tilsen Social Justice Fund was created to acknowledge and honor the work of the Afro American Action Committee (AAAC) and Rachel Tilsen. By acknowledging the 1969 Morrill Hall Take-Over at the University of Minnesota Campus (see the award-winning film at www.vimeo.com/6608437) and Rachel Tilsen, we recognize the importance of personal sacrifices as well as organizational efforts in the struggle for social justice. The Afro American Action Committee (AAAC) emerged from a rich tradition of protest, revolt, and resistance to the spirit of racism and ruthless domination. AAAC embraced the "incarnate spirit of justice, hatred of a lie, that willingness to sacrifice money, reputation, education and life itself on the Alter of right." AAAC stood on the shoulders of the NAACP and the Niagara Movement. The members of AAAC believed, they stood, and they spoke. In fact, the tenacity of the AAAC members transformed the University of Minnesota to become more inclusive, more tolerant, and less separated from the dynamics of the entire community.

Rachel Tilsen epitomized the term Social Justice. Rachel was more than just a mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, friend, and wife. She was a fierce freedom fighter and lover of life. In many respects her legacy lies in her courage and the attributes she instilled in every woman that had the opportunity to meet her. She was not only a freedom fighter, she was also a teacher. Rachel taught others to have respect for self, family, culture, and history. She was a morale lifter who believed that you had to let your voice be heard, and that you had to follow your words with action. She championed what she believed. Rachel insisted that we have a responsibility to stand up for the people who do not have the strength or the will to stand for themselves. Rachel fought for social justice regardless of race, color, religion, or creed.

The Morrill Hall and Rachel Tilsen Social Justice Fund is intended to continue and promote the activism AAAC and Rachel subscribed to: equality and justice for all people, with all people equally valued; and vigilant struggle in the fight for justice.

Grants up to $6000 will be awarded to individuals or organizations for projects addressing social justice.

Applications and criteria are available for downloading. Email questions to mhrtjfquestions@gmail.com

Applications will be accepted up to midnight on April 1, 2012.

Awards will be presented on May 5, 2012 at the third annual Morrill Hall/Rachel Tilsen Social Justice Fund Gala Event.

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/02/2012_morrill_hallrachel_tilsen.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/02/2012_morrill_hallrachel_tilsen.html in the community Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:28:36 -0600 movie screening and discussion: "The Help" On Tuesday, February 28, AA&AS will host a screening and discussion of the movie The Help. Members of the post-screening panel discussion will be Duchess Harris (Professor of American Studies, Macalester College), Rose McGee (Storyteller and Poet), and AA&AS Professor Rose Brewer. The event starts at 6:00, in Cowles Auditorium (located in the Hubert H. Humphrey Center). Tickets are free, and available in the AA&AS main office: 810 Social Sciences (or call 612-624-9847).

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/02/movie_screening_and_discussion.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/02/movie_screening_and_discussion.html departmental meetings and events Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:01:14 -0600 History of North Minneapolis conversation The University's new "Critical Conversations" series features public discussions on urban issues and ideas with scholars, historians, artists, and community leaders. The first event is on the history of North Minneapolis, focusing on the recent U-produced documentary, Cornerstones: A History of North Minneapolis. Cornerstones' director and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Daniel Pierce Bergin will moderate, and AA&AS Professor John Wright will be on the panel. The event takes place on February 23: 5 p.m. reception, 6 p.m. film screening, and 7 p.m. main event; location: Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center, 2001 Plymouth Avenue North, Minneapolis. For more information, see Critical Conversations.

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/02/history_of_north_minneapolis_c.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/02/history_of_north_minneapolis_c.html in the community Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:03:28 -0600 NOMMO African American authors series On Wednesday, February 8, 2012 the NOMMO African American Authors series continues its 2011-2012 season. Professor Alexs Pate hosts Elizabeth Alexander at 7:00 PM in Cowles Auditorium (located in the Hubert H. Humphrey Center.) Perhaps best known for composing and delivering President Barack Obama's inaugural poem "Praise Song for the Day," Alexander has published five books of poems, including American Sublime, which was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and an American Library Association "Notable Books of the Year" selection in 2006.

]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/01/nommo_african_american_authors_6.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2012/01/nommo_african_american_authors_6.html university info Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:48:49 -0600 AA&AS Outreach Coordinator The department is searching for a new Outreach Coordinator. For more information and/or to submit an application, please visit the U of M online employment system page for the position.

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In addition to Bellamy, the series features three influential scholars in the field of Black theater. Each event will feature a talk by the speaker, moderated conversation, and open question-and-answer period. U of M theater professor and Penumbra associate artistic director Dominic Taylor will moderate. The dates, speakers and topics will be:
  • Thursday, January 26, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.: Penumbra's Birth and the Black Arts Movement, with Lou Bellamy, founder and artistic director, Penumbra Theatre Company
  • Thursday, March 1, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.: Gender and Sexuality and the Black Arts Movement, with SydnĂ© Mahone, professor of theater, University of Iowa
  • Thursday, April 19, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.: Black Cultural Traffic and the Black Arts Movement, with Harry J. Elam, Jr., professor of drama, Stanford University
  • Thursday, April 26, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.: The Future of the Black Arts Movement, with Paul Carter Harrison, playwright and scholar

All events are free and open to the public, and take place from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. in the In-Flux Auditorium at the Regis Center for Art on the University of Minnesota's west bank.

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]]> http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2011/12/bet_ii_conference_call_for_pap.html http://blog.lib.umn.edu/afroam/afrochair/2011/12/bet_ii_conference_call_for_pap.html departmental meetings and events Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:35:03 -0600 AA&AS spring 2012 courses Spring semester 2012 classes begin on January 17, 2012. Seats in AA&AS courses are still available; please see a file of spring 2012 course flyers for more information.

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