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Carter G. Woodson Department of African American and African Studies

Exploring the Black experience in a global context through interdisciplinary teaching and research.

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Fall 2026 Events

Mark your calendars for these exciting events!

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On June 18, Kevin Gaines was a panelist on a live C-Span broadcast, providing commentary for a program discussing the Obama presidency in conjunction with the opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, IL. "Preview of Obama Presidential Center Dedication Ceremony"

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In the News

Robin Means Coleman published an op-ed in the June 2026 issue of Insight Into Academia: “Preventing Hazing: Why Fraternities and Sororities Should Sue Their Own.” 

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In Case You Missed It

In May 2026, the Woodson hosted "Love, All": Tending the Tradition, A Retirement Celebration in Honor of Deborah E. McDowell! Watch the event recordings on the Woodson Institute's YouTube Channel

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