NEWS/EVENTS in AAADS
The Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies sponsors or co-sponsors several
recurring events every year, including conferences, symposia, workshops, and speakers. Scholars -
from a diversity of disciplines, from around the country, and from other areas of the diaspora - visit
Indiana University to headline or attend these events. Whether a screenwriting workshop with actor/director
Melvin Van Peebles or a lecture by Tajudeen Abdul-Raheem, secretary general of the Pan-African Movement,
such events enrich and enliven the educational experience of undergraduate and graduate students alike.
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“Ambedkar's idea of nation & nation building”
Date: Thursday, April 26th
Time: 4:00pm
Venue: India House
(825 East 8th Street Bloomington, IN 47408-3842)
By Prof. Vivek Kumar: Visiting Associate Professor,
Sociology Department at Columbia University
Fulbright Teaching Fellow in residence at the South Asia Institute
Associate Professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
This event is sponsored by: The Dhar India Studies Program and the Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies
About Dr. Vivek Kumar: During the Spring 2012 semester, Vivek Kumar (Ph.D.) is a Visiting Associate Professor in the Sociology Department at Columbia, and a Fulbright Teaching Fellow in residence at the South Asia Institute. Vivek Kumar is appointed as an Associate Professor at the Centre for the Study of Social Systems, in the School of Social Sciences, at Jawaharlal Nehru University, where he earned his Ph.D. His major area of interest is in issues of Dalits, marginalized section in India and global African community struggles. He has been engaged in comparative issues of Dalits and African American. He has been a Visiting Professor at the Universities of Pune, Jammu, and Mumbai. His recent publications include the Co‐edited volume Dynamics of Change and Continuity in the Age of Globalization: Voices from the Margins (2009), and the monographs Dalit Society: Old Problems and New Aspirations (2007), and India's Roaring Revolution: Dalit Assertion and New Horizons (2006). Kumar is currently involved in an ongoing research project, "Social Status and Social Attitudes in India: A Study of Indian College Students," with Professor Jim Sidanius (Harvard) and Arjun Bharadwaj (University of British Columbia). He was also called by the Planning Commission of India and Empowerment and Social Justice Ministry of India for the formulation of upcoming 12th five year plan of India. His areas of specialization areSocial Stratification in India, Indian Diaspora and Social Movements of Dalits.
For more information, please contact Prof. Kevin Brown: brownkd@indiana.edu
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African American Dance Company- Spring Concert
8 p.m. Saturday, April 7, 2012
Buskirk-Chumley Theater (114 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington)
General Admission: $20 (Children and student:$10- Limit 2 per student ID)
Dances in circle formations are very common in Africa. As a storyteller, I have constructed “The Circle Will Not Be Broken” to tell a story using the circle to illustrate how it brings communities together to build and strengthen bonds and communication among people from the perspective of the Black diaspora.
This concert will include an original piece entitled "In the Beginning", with original music composed by Bernard Woma and accompanied by the gyil and guest dance artist, Yaa Bekyore, professional dancer in the Ghanaian tradition will perform with students to tell the story.
The new choreographic work, “In the Beginning” will capture the African holistic view of the universe and its beliefs of humanity throughout the history of the diaspora, and is supported by a grant from "Arts Week Everywhere!"
As their Collaboration 2012 choreographic project, African American Dance Company students will explore the theme of "Finding Freedom"
Come and support our spring concert! All information is on the attached flyer!!
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Herman C. Hudson Symposium
"Black Diasporas: Reimagining Race, Space and Community"
March 30th - 31st 2012
(Neal Marshall Black Culture Center)
Friday, March 30, 2012 (Discussion with Keynote Speaker at 5:00 pm)
Saturday, March 31, 2012 (Registration begins at 8 am; Keynote Address: 1-2 pm)
"Black Diaspora Art Exhibit curator: Krista Thompson, Assistant Professor in the Department of Art History, Northwestern University & Opening Reception : March 29th
Keynote Address: Krista Thompson, Associate Professor, researches and teaches the history of art and visual culture in the Africa diaspora, Northwestern University J
For more Information (click here)
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Film Screening and Discussion Panel
The Black Law Students Association, the African-American and African Diaspora Studies Graduate Society (AAADGS), and the Gender Studies Graduate Society
Presents: Viewing & Discussion:
Pray the Devil Back to Hell
It will be followed by a discussion panel on the film.
March 20, 2012
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Where: Indiana University Maurer School of Law
211 South Indiana Ave., Room 123 (Moot Courtroom)
Bloomington IN 47403
The film chronicles the remarkable story of the courageous Liberian women who came together to end a bloody civil war and bring peace to their shattered country. Inspiring, uplifting, and most of all motivating, it is a compelling testimony of how grassroots activism can alter the history of nations. Following the film, there will be a discussion on women's role in times of peace and war. Each panelist will take a few minutes to talk about their views on the movie, what they felt was most meaningful about the film, and/or the current role women play in times of peace and war. The audience will also be able to ask questions of the panelists.
Our distinguished panelists include: Susan Williams, Walter W. Foskett Professor of Law; Dr. Valerie Grim, Professor and Chair of the AAADS Department; and Gilda Lawdia Kennedy, Miss Liberia U.S.A.
Food will be provided.
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African American Dance Company 14th Annual Dance Workshop
February 24-25, 2012
West Indian Folk, Afro
Cuban traditional and,
Contemporary Modern
dance classes
Flyer - click here
Teacher Bios - click here
Registration Form - click here (must also register online)
PRICES
Full Registration: Friday & Saturday $120
Saturday only: $70
Single Class: $25
Panel Discussion: Friday, February 24 at the
Neal Marshall Black Culture Center Grand Hall 7pm
(At this Indiana University Conference Bureau site, you will find the registration form with class
selections and payment instructions.)
All activities are at the Neal Marshall Black Culture Center
275 N. Jordan Ave. Indiana University ‐ Bloomington, Indiana.
For more information contact
Professor Iris Rosa rosa@indiana.edu
Lauren Weber leweber@indiana.edu
Or call 812‐855‐8079
Sponsored by the African American Dance Company, African American and African Diaspora
Studies, African American Arts Institute, Community and School Partnerships
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African American Arts Institue Spring Auditions
African American Dance Company
- Tuesday, January 10, 2012
- Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, A217
Audition Details
- Short warm-up followed by a dance combination given by the Director.
- Do not bring prepared dance routines.
- Dance specialties will be evaluated at the end of the auditions.
- No dance experience necessary to audition
Course Credit (2cr.)
A100 - Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies
Audition Dress
- Dance attire
- Leotards, tights, jazz shoes, or bare feet.
- Men may wear sweat-pants.
- No street wear, tight pants, or shorts.
Contact
For more information, you may contact Professor Iris Rosa by email at rosa@indiana.edu or by phone at (812) 855-6853.
African American Choral Ensemble
- Wednesday, January 11, 2012
- Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, A219
Audition Details
- Vocalists bring one prepared piece with or without accompaniment.
- Instrumentalists bring your instrument and be prepared to solo and accompany in a combo setting on an R&B, Soul, or Gospel piece.
- Drums and amplifiers provided.
Course Credit (2cr.)
A110 - Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies. Possible X070 Credit available through the Jacobs School of Music.
Contact
For more information, you may contact Professor Keith McCutchen by email at keimccut@indiana.edu or by phone at (812) 855-4487.
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IU Soul Revue
- Thursday, January 12, 2012
- Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, Grand Hall
Audition Details
- Vocalists bring one piece a cappella or bring a recording to accompany your solo.
- You will be asked to match pitches and harmonize.
- Instrumentalists bring your instrument and be prepared to solo and accompany in a combo setting on an R&B, Soul, or Gospel piece.
- Drums and amplifiers provided.
Course Credit (2cr.)
A120 - Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies
Contact
For more information, you may contact Professor Nathanael Fareed Mahluli by email at dnw@indiana.edu or by phone at (812) 855-5828 _________________________________________________________________
African American Dance Company Studio Concert
Tuesday, December 6th, 7:30 p.m.
Wilkie Auditorium- 150 N. Rose Ave.
$5.00 at the Door
Performances featuring energy, rhythm, precision and grace inthe spirit of dance styles of the African Diaspora
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Winter Break Pitch-In Party
Friday, December 2nd 2p.m. to 4 p.m.
Memorial Hall East M39
We will have a Snatch Back Gift Exchange (Dirty Santa). If you would like to participate please bring a $10.00 gender neutral gift. The exchange will begin at 3:00 p.m.
(Ideas for gift exchange: gift cards, coffee, chocolates, candles, snuggies)
Please e-mail Mrs. Jackson (ytjackso@indiana.edu) with what winter dish you plan to share.
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Food Donations- Backstreet Mission- Don't throw away your chance to help.
Don't throw away your chance to help. The USDA estimates that 27% of all the food produced in America is wasted and that this food could feed over 49 million people yearly.
Please consider donating your unopened and not expired products to the food donation bin located in the African American and African Diaspora Studies department- Memorial Hall East (1021 E. Third Street) M18.
Every can counts! Donations of non-perishable food items can be dropped off at the AAADS department Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm.
What items can be collected? They are most in need of canned meats, fruits, vegetables, beans, and soups. Other items that are helpful include peanut butter and jelly, boxed meals, microwavable meals, pasta, cereal, dry beans, rice, and fruit juices. Glass items are accepted; just keep them separate from cans so they don't get broken.
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Why We Sing
Saturday, 11/12/11
Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
AAADS is co-sponsoring with the Department of Folklore and Ethnomusicology Why We Sing: Indianapolis Gospel Music in Church, Community and Industry. This one-day conference which explores the ways the city of Indianapolis has served to inform, enrich and disseminate this uniquely African American religious music expression both locally and globally. Slated for Saturday, November 12, 2011, in the Neal Marshall Black Culture Center on the IU Bloomington campus, the conference will feature three roundtable discussions with eight prominent Indianapolis gospel music icons and several IU scholars. The conference will culminate with a concert in the evening at Fairview United Methodist Church.
http://www.traditionalartsindiana.org/?p=2221
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A Potpourri of the Arts Concert
Saturday, 11/05/11 8pm
Buskirk-Chumley Theater, 114 Kirkwood Ave
Price: General admission for adults is $20. Children and students (limit 2 per ID) are $10.
Since 1993 the African American Arts Institute has given its audiences the opportunity to see and hear the African American Choral Ensemble, African American Dance Company and the IU Soul Revue all performing on the same program. We continue this tradition in 2011 with our annual Potpourri of the Arts Concert. Come join us and our directors, Iris Rosa, Nathanael Fareed Mahluli and Keith McCutchen for what promises to be another exciting show of music and dance, ending with the three groups combined for a rousing finale.
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Third Annual Men and Women of Color Leadership Conference
2011 Conference Theme: "War on Education: what Does it Mean for U.S. ?" Friday, November 4- Saturday, November 5, 2011
Indiana University- Indiana Memorial Union
http://newsinfo.iu.edu/news/page/normal/19710.html
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The 30th Anniversary of the Black Film Center/ Archive
The Black Film Center/ Archive, a unit in the Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies
Friday, Novemeber 4, 2011
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Well Library - Media & Reserves
Phyllis Klotman Appreciation 6:00 PM
The Black Film Center/ Archive and The Indiana University Cinema invite you to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the BFC/A and the Works of Charles Burnett
Light Refreshments will be served
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Neal-Marshall Reunion XX
Friday, Oct 28- Saturday, Oct 29
ACTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE: Neal-Marshall T.G.I.F. "Friday Night Live Alumni Mixer", Awards Night Dinner and Live Entertainment, Black Greek-Letter Unity Summit, "Blue Light in the Basement" Soul Party, Alumni Stepper's Set, Saturday Black Alumni Tailgate, Homecoming Weekend Kickoff-IU vs. Northwestern
For more information see www.indiana.edu/~nealmar
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Annual Vacation on the Veranda
Tuesday, 10/18/11 3-4:30pm
Memorial Hall- Back Veranda (if it rains we will be Memorial Hall East M39)
Join African American and African Diaspora Studies would like to invite you to take a little vacation on our veranda.
Please join us to meet, greet, and eat with our undergraduate students.
Please RSVP to Mrs. Jackson at (812) 855-3875 or ytjackso@indiana.edu
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NAAACP 33rd Annual Freed Fund Banquet
Saturday, 10/15/11 6 p.m.
Terry's Banquet Center and Catering
Contact: Beverly Calender-Anderson. 349-3560, andersb@bloomington.in.gov
October 15, 2011 at Terry's Banquet Center, 3124 Canterbury Court, Bloomington, IN 47404. The social hour will begin at 6:00 p.m. and dinner will start promptly at 7:00 p.m. All tickets must be purchased in advance (by October 7) because no tickets will be available on the day of the event. Adult tickets are $35 each, and tickets for youth 18 years and under are $20.
For more information contact Debra or William Vance at (812) 332-1513 or visit their website: https://sites.google.com/site/mcbnaacp/.
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Tuesday, 10/04/11 7pm
Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
Joy James, the John B. and John T. McCoy Presidential Professor of Africana Studies and College Professor in Political Science at Williams College, will visit IU to present “Women and Political Imprisonment: From Rosa Parks to Ramona Africa.” This event will be on Oct. 4 at 7pm in the Grand Hall of the Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center. A meet-and-greet will begin at 6:30. This lecture is presented by AAADS and the AAADS Graduate Society.
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"Ethical and political considerations in doing research in communities of color"
by Professor John Stanfield
Friday, September 23 1:30-3:30 pm
Woodburn 200
Dr. John H. Stanfield II (IU – Professor of African American and African Diaspora Studies) will be giving a presentation on “Ethical and political considerations in doing research in communities of color” for the second WIM presentation of the 2011-2012 academic year will be this Friday, September 23, 1:30-3:30, in Woodburn 200.
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Black Student Orientation
Friday, 9/9/11 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
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AAADS Graduation and Award Luncheon
Friday, 4/29/11 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bridgwaters Lounge, Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
We will be honoring our Graduate and Undergraduate Students
at this time and, we would like for you and a guest to join us.
RSVP by Monday, April 18th
855-3875 -or- ytjackso@indiana.edu
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Spring Concert Series - IU Soul Revue and African American Choral Ensemble
Soul Revue Spring Concert
Saturday, 4/23/11 8:00pm
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Get Tickets
African American Choral Ensemble
Saturday, 4/30/11 8:00pm
Ruth N. Halls Theater (1211 E 7th Street )
Get Tickets
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Ashley Hunt "Notes on the Emptying of a City"
Monday, 4/18/11 4:30-6:30pm
Black Film Center/Archive - Wells Library 044
A performance by Ashley Hunt. Free admission.
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Carceral Studies Across the Disciplines: Scholarship at the Nexus of Art & Action
Monday, 4/18/11 8:00-3:30pm
College Arts & Humanities Institute (1211 E. Atwater Ave.)
A day-long workshop and afternoon performance dedicated to apping and supporting the emerging field of critical carceral studies. Ten scholars, activists, and artists from across the nation and across the disciplines will talk about anti-prison scholarship.
Participants have chosen fields defined by discipline or topic and assembled annotated bibliographies. Their prepared comments will engage these works, speaking to larger themes and intellectual conversations. Some will comment on the position of Stuart Hall et. al’s Policing the Crisis as a thread running through the conversations across the chosen texts. Some will address the question of disciplines and possibilities for inter- or anti-disciplinarity.
The three blocs of presentations begin with the organizers; invited participants are grouped to disrupt disciplinary formations. Questions and discussion will follow each bloc of presentations.
The conversation after lunch will engage the relationship of scholarship to activism and the hoped-for interventions of academic research.
This event has been organized by AAADS Assistant Professor Micol Seigel.
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Saturday, 4/9/11 8:00pm
Buskirk-Chumley Theater
General Admission - Adults ($20), Children & Students ($10)
For Tickets Call: Sunrise Box Office 812-323-3020
FLYER - click here to download a .pdf.
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Saturday, 4/2/11 3:00-7:00pm
Grand Hall, Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
The Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center and the Black Graduate Student Association are proud to announce our 1st Annual Black Family Reunion. Activities will include: Geneology information and lecture, family portrait exhibit, Taste of the African Diaspora, storytelling, drumming lab, music, games, dance workshop, and a fashion show.
This is a free event for EVERYONE, but you must RSVP by Friday, March 25, 2011. Click here for the RSVP Form.
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Wednesday, 3/23/11 6-8pm
Grand Hall, Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
Come "Dialogue-In"
Conversation: Diversity, Ethnicity, and Internationalism
Administrators, deans, faculty, students, and staff will participate in lively and robust
dialogues, using roundtable discussions as vehicles for addressing some of the
crucial questions that confront the campus today in the area of intercuturalism." Click here for the Flyer.
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2011 Herman C. Hudson Symposium
Saturday, 3/26/11 8:15am-5:15pm
IUB
Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center
“BLACK IS…BLACK AIN’T”: RECONCEPTUALIZING THE AFRICAN DIASPORA
Keynote Speaker: Professor Michele Wallace
PROGRAM - click here to download a .pdf.
FLYER - click here to download a .pdf.
Travel Information
click here for CFP
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Thursday, 3/10/11 at 5 p.m.
Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center, Bridgwaters Lounge
Special message from the AAADS chair
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Omega Psi Phi 6th Annual Talent Hunt Program
Sunday, 3/6/11 at 2pm
Monroe County Public Library Auditorium
The Brothers of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Nu Alpha Alpha Chapter enthusiastically look forward to you attending our 6th Annual Talent Hunt Program on Sunday, 6 March 2011, 2 p.m., Monroe County Public Library Auditorium. Please share the attached application with interested high school students.
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A Brown Bag Talk by Nzingha Kendall
Wednesday, 2/23/11 at 12:00pm
Memorial Hall Room M39
"Envisioning Black Female Subjectivity: A close reading of Kathleen Collins's LOSING GROUND & Sara Gomez's DE CIERTA MANERA" Nzingha Kendall will provide an illuminating analysis of these important films - don't miss it!
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