I want to start first by thinking everyone for being here. We are all here to discuss a moment in Howard University history, and a lot of you were here in the our zoom tonight, were direct participants in that moment so we invite you to use the chat in the q a to share reflections as we engage in dialogue. After our dialogue well take questions from now. And then finally this is being simulcast via youtube so share the link and those who may not be able to join us here can also view the program. April r. Silver commented that there are two howards. But she left it there. Almost as if to signify that what is known aint got to be reminded me of the famous score activist and former dean, kelly millers statement in the 1916 Howard University yearbook, quote, those who feel it know. Theres a howard hidden from view that nevertheless comes to the surface often and forcefully because it represents an alternative black political culture to use the word odd cedrick robinson. The culture that xi
Good afternoon, good morning. If we could all get settled and all get seated in. Good morning. My name is marisa williams, and on behalf of the African American Historical Society id like to welcome you to our 2018 black History Month kickoff celebration. This Years National ill wait. This Years National theme as established by the association of the study of African American history is African Americans in times of war. This theme honors those African Americans who have fought in wars dated as early as world war i. It also recognizes those African Americans who have been iconic and revolutionary in the struggle for skbru struggle for justice in america. Now as a Planning Committee we decided to expand on the National Theme and say African Americans in times of war are a resilient spirit. Since coming to america, African Americans have had to embody a sense ofri sill yep see in order to succeed. From wars over seas to the struggle of daytoday life in america, African Americans have had
Working for a consulting firm. Paralegalighted as a her interests include eating, drinking, and spending as much time as possible. She is currently at work on the cookbook, which captures the flavors and history of new york since new yorks history. Here with us tonight, the founder and president of the bella leadership institute. With a mission to inspire young women and girls to lead the andre, to Institute Works professional mentoring from High School Girls and collegelevel women. For lobbyist and candidate elected office, she has been a professional involved in many fields, including politics, economics, urban development, and human rights. An assistant professor in the Africana Studies department and the director of the brooklyn womens activism at Brooklyn College and she is currently completing her manuscript. Black womans politics in the postcivil rights era. She holds a doctorate in africanamerican studies from Northwestern University with a specialization in race, politics and
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