Dr. Jessica B. Harris, Professor of English at Queens College, CUNY, and the author of dozens of books, including High on the Hog: A Culinary Journey from Africa to America, will give a virtual lecture on Feb. 1 regarding that same topic. Netflix has also released a series of the same name. Dr. Harris will discuss … Continue reading Dr. Jessica B. Harris Presents “High on the Hog: Foodways Throughout the African Diaspora” on Feb. 1…
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Dr. Margaret Marsh Gave the Scarlet Scholars Lecture on Feb. 16
Dr. Margaret Marsh, University Professor of History, was the featured speaker for the Scarlet Scholars Lecture Series on Wednesday, February 16, 2022. Dr. Marsh presented the virtual lecture, “From Test-Tube Babies to Uterus Transplants: Assisted Reproduction and the Pursuit of Parenthood.” To view the lecture, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCyZNUeReKs.
Martin Luther King Jr. Virtual Speaker Series Continues Through Jan. 31
In honor of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rutgers University–Camden will host a virtual speaker series, engaging with topics relevant to the civil rights movement and Dr. King’s legacy. Registration is required for all events. Zoom links will be sent to registered guests. The list of events is as follows: On Tuesday, January … Continue reading Martin Luther King Jr. Virtual Speaker Series Continues Through Jan. 31…
Africana Studies Presents the Documentary “Becoming Black” on Nov. 17
As part of their All Black Lives Matter Speaker Series, the Africana Studies Program, along with the Black German Heritage and Research Association (BGHRA), will screen Ines Johnson-Spain’s autobiographical documentary Becoming Black (2019). The director will be in attendance at this event, as well. This free, virtual event will take place on Wednesday, November 17, from 12:30 … Continue reading Africana Studies Presents the Documentary “Becoming Black” on Nov. 17…
The Virtual Exhibit “Krista Franklin: Visual Poetry” is Now Open
The Rutgers–Camden Center for the Arts‘ new virtual exhibition, “Krista Franklin: Visual Poetry” is on view now. The exhibit will be available to view until December 11, 2021. Featuring the visual work of writer and visual artist, Krista Franklin, this exhibition is inspired by Angela Davis – Seize the Time on view at the Zimmerli Art Museum … Continue reading The Virtual Exhibit “Krista Franklin: Visual Poetry” is Now Open…
Join us June 29 for the All Black Lives Matter Lecture “Black GI Children in Post-World War II Europe”
Join us on Tuesday, June 29, for the third installment of the All Black Lives Matter Speaker Series. Presented by the Africana Studies Program and the Black German Heritage and Research Association Academy and Institute, the event is titled “Black GI Children in Post-World War II Europe.” This panel discussion will present the book of the same … Continue reading Join us June 29 for the All Black Lives Matter Lecture “Black GI Children in Post-World War II Europe”…
Announcement of Faculty Promotions and Tenure Appointments
Congratulations to the following faculty members who received promotions and tenure appointments approved by the Board of Governors at a meeting on Wednesday, April 14: Department of Childhood Studies Dr. Meredith Bak – Associate Professor Dr. Daniel Cook – Distinguished Professor Department of English and Communication Dr. M.A. Rafey Habib – Distinguished Professor Department of … Continue reading Announcement of Faculty Promotions and Tenure Appointments…
Department of History Fall 2021 Course Guide Now Available
The Department of History‘s Fall 2021 Course Guide is now available. Registration for Fall 2021 begins Monday, April 19.
Digital Studies Center Student Researchers Launch “Voices of Immigration” Podcast
Student researchers at the Digital Studies Center recently released the first episode of their new podcast series: “Voices of Immigration.” The episode, entitled “Our Immigrant Stories,” explores the experiences of Rutgers–Camden students Tania Martinez and Sandra Benjamin, describes ways one can advocate for immigrant communities, and discusses what the series hopes to achieve for its … Continue reading Digital Studies Center Student Researchers Launch “Voices of Immigration” Podcast…
Registration Open for “From Chaos to Community: A Conversation with Eddie S. Glaude Jr.”
Register here for From Chaos to Community: A Conversation with Eddie S. Glaude Jr. on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy, Our Racial Reckoning, and the Path Forward Nationally respected scholar, commentator, and author Dr. Eddie Glaude will lead a discussion guided by his book, Democracy in Black: How Race Still Enslaves the American Soul, which explores the foundational … Continue reading Registration Open for “From Chaos to Community: A Conversation with Eddie S. Glaude Jr.”…