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Gorée Island: Then and Now
May 22, 2022
Culture
Just off the coast of Senegal and the western-most point of Africa is Gorée Island. For over 300 years, it served as one of the largest slave-trading centers for the Atlantic...
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Celebrating World Art Day
April 11, 2022
Culture
"This World Art Day is a timely reminder that art can unite and connect us even in the most difficult of circumstances. Indeed, the power of art to bring people together, to...
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Celebrating Black History Month
February 1, 2022
Culture
February marks the start of Black History Month, a federally recognized month-long observance originating in the United States. (Now also observed in Canada, Ireland the United...
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Finding Your Foundation
May 1, 2023
Culture
To find your foundation, look within yourself and ask what your values are, why you hold them, and where they came from. Many of our values are shaped by culture, which evolves...
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Celebrating Women's History Month
February 27, 2023
Culture
As March approaches, so does Women's History Month, a time to reflect on and celebrate the contributions of women throughout history. This is an important time to recognize the...
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What is The African Gaze?
January 6, 2023
Culture
When we talk about “The Gaze” in terms of arts and culture, we are talking particularly about engagement with visual media. It can be how the audience views a work of art or...
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