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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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With Plan In Hand, Students Renew Push For Native American Studies

November 29, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities

UM student efforts to reinstate Native American studies courses.
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Star Speaker's Absence Doesn't Stifle Debate At Palestine Event

November 24, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities, Joseph and Alma Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies

Students and organizers discuss Israeli-Palestinian conflict despite the absence of PLO Ambassador Maen Rashid Areikat. By Josh Cooper, DiamondbackPublished: November 24, 2010
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Alumni News: Old Face, New Place

November 23, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities, American Studies

Greivis Vasquez, AMST '10, Memphis Grizzlies guard, returned to D.C. to play Wizards at Verizon Center on UM themed night. 

Harvey B. Gantt Center For African-American Arts & Culture Hosts 30Th Annual Jazzy Holiday Luncheon

November 14, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities, David C. Driskell Center for the Visual Arts and Culture of African Americans and the African Diaspora

Distinguished University Professor Emeritus David C. Driskell wins 2010 Harvey B. Gantt Center Award.
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What Would You Do If Your Son Wanted To Be A Princess?

October 20, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities, American Studies

AMST prof Sheri Parks weighs in on national interest related to a Seattle family who allow their 5-year-old to wear dresses, sequins and pink. 

UM Welcomes Israeli Ambassador To The United States

October 13, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities, Joseph and Alma Gildenhorn Institute for Israel Studies, Joseph and Rebecca Meyerhoff Program and Center for Jewish Studies

 

Arhu Announces Faculty Tech Talks

September 29, 2010 College of Arts and Humanities

ARHU announces a new series of workshops dedicated to sharing best practices in academic technology.