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College of Arts and Humanities, Douglass Center

Legendary Poet, Activist and Educator Nikki Giovanni to Help Inaugurate New Frederick Douglass Center

The center is dedicated to engaging diverse communities—both at the university and well beyond—around issues of social justice and equity.

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April 05, 2024 David C. Driskell Center for the Visual Arts and Culture of African Americans and the African Diaspora

Sculpture Celebrating David Driskell Unveiled

Noted African American artist’s 20-foot-tall work stands outside center named for late professor, artist, scholar.
March 29, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities

‘Finding My Voice and Standing My Ground’

Women deans reflect on stumbling blocks and successes on their paths to leadership.
March 25, 2024 Art

Can a Giant Turtle Shell Full of Games Lure Young Voters?

Course designs Creative ways to increase college participation in 2024 election.
March 12, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities

7 Trailblazing Women from US History You Should Know, According to ARHU Historians

This Women’s History Month, learn about pioneers whose stories aren’t often told.
March 11, 2024 American Studies

First Bonnie Thornton Dill Dean’s Award Supports Doctoral Student’s Research on Black Americans’ Mistrust of Medical Profession

Devon Betts, an American studies Ph.D. student, studies race, HIV prevention, queer theory, digital humanities and more.

March 01, 2024 School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Grant Supports Work to Curate Data From Premodern Islamic Geographical Manuscripts

The innovative digital humanities project will enable historians to better identify geographic locations and place names from medieval documents.

February 29, 2024 American Studies, English, Maryland Language Science Center

Three ARHU Faculty Win Do Good Innovator Awards

Perla M. Guerrero, Peter Mallios and Shevaun Lewis are among 57 staff and faculty from across campus who received the award.

February 26, 2024 David C. Driskell Center for the Visual Arts and Culture of African Americans and the African Diaspora

Center of the Circle

New Driskell Center exhibit showcases pioneering artist’s personal relationships with peers.
February 06, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities

A More Perfect Telling of the American Story

ARHU Dean Stephanie Shonekan co-authors new book that proposes novel approach to confronting racism in America.
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The Washington Post March 29, 2024

A Celebration of David C. Driskell’s Sweeping Influence on the Art World

The Washington Post features "Driskell and Friends."
The Diamondback March 11, 2024

UMD Screens Restored Surrealist Film During International Festival Tour

The Diamondback spotlights the Il Cinema Ritrovato on Tour film festival.
Diamondback News March 11, 2024

UMD Hosts Panel to Honor Legacy of Harriet Tubman, Highlight Artists and Activists

University of Maryland community members came together Sunday to discuss identity politics, reclaiming agency and the nuances of autonomy during a panel commemorating the life and legacy of American abolitionist Harriet Tubman.

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2010 State Of The College Address

September 15, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities

The dean's report on the state of the college at the Annual Faculty & Staff Convocation held Sept.14, 2010.

Student Experience: Young Poet Publishes Book Of "Rich" Work

September 15, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities, English

Junior English major publishes his debut book of poetry, “The Happiest People Cry the Hardest.”By Priya Kumar ’09, Between the ColumnsPublished Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Save The Date: Arhu Dean'S Lecture Series Speakers Announced

September 14, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities

The College of Arts and Humanities proudly presents the Dean's Lecture Series for the 2010-2011 academic year
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Um Senior Crowned Miss Maryland 2010

July 19, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities, Communication

For Immediate Release July 19, 2010 Contacts: Beth Cavanaugh, 301-405-4625 or bcavana@umd.edu 
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2010-2011 Arhu Fulbright Recipients

June 04, 2010 Art, Art History and Archaeology, College of Arts and Humanities, College Park Scholars-Arts, Communication, English, Linguistics, Joseph and Rebecca Meyerhoff Program and Center for Jewish Studies, Philosophy, Chinese, French, German Studies, Italian, Russian, Spanish and Portuguese, School of Music

A record 13 students and alumni of the University of Maryland, College Park have been awarded Fulbright grants for 2010-2011, of which nine are ARHU students.

2010-2011 Arhu Fulbright Recipients

June 04, 2010 Art, Art History and Archaeology, College of Arts and Humanities, College Park Scholars-Arts, Communication, English, Linguistics, Joseph and Rebecca Meyerhoff Program and Center for Jewish Studies, Philosophy, Chinese, French, German Studies, Italian, Russian, Spanish and Portuguese, School of Music

A record 13 students and alumni of the University of Maryland, College Park have been awarded Fulbright grants for 2010-2011, of which nine are ARHU students.

Dean Announces Closure Of Center For Renaissance & Baroque Studies

April 20, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities

For Immediate Release April 20, 2010 Dean Announces Closure of Center for Renaissance & Baroque Studies

ARHU Announces Call For Faculty, Staff And Student Service Award Nomination

April 02, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities

The dean has announced the call for 2010 ARHU Service Award nominations

Arhu Hosts Annual College Forum With Provost And Dean (Thursday, April 8)

March 25, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities

The ARHU Collegiate Council welcomes faculty, staff, and students to the Annual College Forum on Thursday, April 8, 1-3 p.m., in 1100 Tawes Hall.

Longtime Arhu Benefactor, Robert H. Smith, Passes At 81

January 04, 2010 Art History and Archaeology, College of Arts and Humanities, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Joseph and Alma Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies, Joseph and Rebecca Meyerhoff Program and Center for Jewish Studies

It Is My Sad Duty To Inform You That Robert H. Smith, Longtime Benefactor For The College Of Arts And Humanities And The University Of Maryland, Died Suddenly On Tuesday, December 29, 2009. He Was 81.  mr. Smith And His Family’s Contributions...