Washing the White: Deconstructing St. Patrick's Day and History of the Irish
What is the meaning behind St. Patrick's Day? Who is St. Patrick?Washing the White: Deconstructing St. Patrick's Day and History of the Irish - Read more
Register Now: Spring 2023 Latinx Graduation Celebration
All students are invited to attend The Spring 2023 Latinx Graduation Celebration (LGC) which will take place on Sunday, May 21st at 4:00 PM in the Grand Ballroom located on the 1st floor of the Adele H. Stamp Student Union.Register Now: Spring 2023 Latinx Graduation Celebration - Read more
Department of African American Studies Honored Unsung Heroes for Black History Month
For Black History Month, The Department of African American Studies honored the historical achievements of, often overlooked but notable, African American, African, Latin American, and Caribbean heroes. We highlight the stories and excellence of Black women, men, young and old, many of whom overcame adversity to drive change toward a more just and equitable society.Department of African American Studies Honored Unsung Heroes for Black History Month - Read more
Support African American Studies for Giving Day 2023
Save the Date! Giving Day at the University of Maryland is on March 8th. Giving Day is an 24-hour fundraising event to support and advance the University of Maryland community.Support African American Studies for Giving Day 2023 - Read more
Attend Famous African American Inventors: In Honor of Black History Month Event with Raymond Van Dyke
Famous African American Inventors: in Honor of Black History Month Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2023 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Online (Zoom)Open Country Mag's Anticipated African Literature of 2023
Still working on those New Years Resolutions and looking for books to read throughout the year? From Ngugi Wa Thiong’o to Sarah Ladipo Manyika to Ayòbaàmi Adébayó, Open Country Mag, one of the most important and ambitious platforms for African writers, provided the anticipated books of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction by African writers this year selected by the staff.Open Country Mag's Anticipated African Literature of 2023 - Read more