News and Announcements

The Africana Center at Tufts University will be celebrating its 40th Anniversary with a Gala Dinner on February 20, 2010 to commemorate the rich history of the Center. We will be celebrating with the theme: “Our Past, Our Future: Honoring Forty Years of Leadership & Service” and will recognize students, faculty and staff, alumni and local community partners for their outstanding contributions to raising the social consciousness of the Africana community.
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Upcoming Events

November 2, 2009
Pan-African Alliance's Annual Block Solidarity Day
Time: 11-1pm
Location: Campus Center Lower Patio
Sponsored by: Pan-African Alliance Board

What is Black Solidarity Day?
Originated in 1969, Black Solidarity Day is an annual event that is held the day before national elections. With the intent of demonstrating the power that African and Black Americans have as a people when they stand unified in solidarity against injustice, the day calls for us to reexamine our ties and alliances to one another and other communities. Marked by the political, social and economic consequences that would ensue were we to not participate in the American system for one day, the day also encourages us as members of the Black and African-American communities to abstain from making grandiose purchases, so that our collective presence may be felt across the country. In doing so, we peacefully oppose racism, social and civil injustice while forcing a recalcitrant society to address the issues affecting our community. Please come out in all black or Pan-African colors of Green and red) and support PAA and this day, TUFTS day of BLACK SOLDARITY. Keynote Address by, Dr. Peniel Joseph, Professor of History African American, Race Relations, Intellectual History, Civil Rights and Black Power. For more info see the Facebook page.

November 14, 2009
Social Justice 101
Time: 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Dowling Hall 745A&B
Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs

So what is social justice anyway? In this interactive workshop, we’ll explore some key concepts which underlie social justice leadership. We’ll discuss how our identities affect our perspectives and experiences, how the dynamics of privilege and oppression play out on campus and in society, how to collaborate across differences, and how to create more inclusive and just organizations and communities. Come see what the new buzz is about!

Space is limited. RSVP required.
Please send your RSVP to dosstudent@ase.tufts.edu with "RSVP for SJ 101" in the subject.
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November 16, 2009
30 second Commercial Practice Session
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Africana Center
Co-Sponsored by the Arts, Science & Engineering Diversity Fund

Making a strong first impression is key to a successful interviewing and networking experience. One of the first opportunities to make this impression is often in response to the question "Tell me about yourself."

Don’t miss this opportunity to PRACTICE with Boston area Human Resources professionals, Tufts Career Services and Alumni and Staff!

February 20, 2010
40th Anniversary Celebration Gala
Charles Hotel, Cambridge, MA
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Recent Events

October 29, 2009
Meet & Greet New Faculty: Peniel Joseph, Professor of History & Stephan Pennington, Assistant Professor of Music
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
Location: Africana Center
Please RSVP to africana@tufts.edu 

October 13, 2009
Meet & Greet Provost Jamshed Bharucha and Associate Provost Dawn Geronimo Terkla  
Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Location: Africana Center
Please join us as we engage in a conversation with Provost Bharucha and Associate Provost Terkla. As Provost and Senior Vice President, Jamshed Bharucha is the Chief Academic Officer of the University overseeing the seven schools, Tisch College and cross -school programs. The Provost is responsible for driving institutional and budgetary priorities. Dr. Bharucha works closely with his academic team of deans and vice and associate provosts to direct and support the intellectual partnership of Tufts' schools and programs on the three Massachusetts campuses and one in Talloires, France.

October 3, 2009
A Day at the Huntington Theater
August Wilson’s FENCES
Time: Two Performances 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Location: Huntington Theatre (617) 266-0800
264 Huntington Ave Boston, MA 02115
www.huntingtontheatre.org 
Please e-mail Africana@tufts.edu for ticket information