From: Calvin Williams <[log in to unmask] 02/01/01 06:11PM >>>
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MATC's Global Horizons Distinguished Lecture Series asks...
"What is the Meaning of Africa?"
Feb 12 - 23, 2001
MATC's Global Horizons Distinguished Lecture Series prompts the Madison
area to ponder, "What is the Meaning of Africa?" This six word question
is meant to ask participants to ponder both how Africa has been seen by
the west, and what African really means today. To help foster this journey of learning and exploration, the Global Horizons Series will offer
two weeks of free programs at Madison Area Technical College.
Week one of the series will paint a picture of the diversity and historical
richness of African culture and tradition. Sessions will include a
discussion of the geographic, cultural, and linguistic diversity of
Africa, including a session on Francophone (or French-speaking Africa) and
session on African oral tradition and storytelling. Friday, February 16,
MATC welcomes the community to join in a celebration of Africa and the
African Diaspora with free music, dance and more, from 4:00 - 10:00 p.m.
in Room 240 of the MATC Downtown Education Center (211 N. Carroll St.).
This lively event aims to bring together both African and African American
communities in a celebration of shared cultural heritage as well as bring
a fun and entertaining element for all interested individuals.
Week two of the series will turn to an exploration of the challenges
Africa faces as it looks from the contemporary scene to the future.
Monday, Feb 19 MATC welcomes United Nations consultant Dr. Mohamud Jama to MATC DTEC to discuss African Development for the Twentifirst Century. Jama, who has worked in Somalia, Nigeria, and South Africa will examine the difficulties of war and poverty that have plagued some African nations in recent decades and discuss a vision for peaceful and equatable
development in the region. After his Monday night keynote presentation,
Jama will also participate in two additional lectures on Tuesday at MATC
Truax. Concluding the series will be a look at South Africa after the
fall of the segregated rule of Apartheid. Through the lens of South
Africa one can see both the promise and pitfalls that Africa as a whole
will face in the decades to come.
Students and staff can register for a one-credit course (809-117-004) that accompanies this series. Participants will attend Global Horizons
lectures, participate in on-line discussions, and write a short summary
paper that integrates various elements of the learning experience.
Faculty who enroll may utilize this course for advancement on the salary
schedule, or can elect to take the course for five-year continuing
education rectification units. Those interested in enrolling should
contact Geoff Bradshaw at [log in to unmask] or by phone at (608) 46-6165.
Upcoming Global Horizons Africa Events:
Monday, February 12
What is the Meaning of Africa?
With Geoffrey Bradshaw
12:30 * 1:20
MATC Truax 142B
Wednesday, February 14
Francophone Africa
With Aliko Songolo
11:30 *12:20
MATC Truax Student Lounge (142C)
Thursday, Feb 15=20
African Storytelling and Oral Traditions
With Harold Scheub
11:00 * 12:15
MATC Truax Student Lounge (142C)
Friday, February 16
A Celebration of Africa and the African Diaspora
4:00 p.m. Hands on African Drumming Workshop with Wouli
5:00 * 10:00 p.m. Musical Performances By: Kweku Ananse and the Sweet =
Vibrations, Goongoo Peas, Black Star Reggae, and "Most Variety DJ" Lasisi
MATC DTEC 240 (211 N. Carroll St)
Monday, February 19
Social Change in Botswana
With Stephen Volz
10:30-11:20am
MATC Truax 142AB
Monday, February 19
Dr. Mohamud Jama
African Development for the 21st Century
6:00 * 7:30 p.m.
MATC DTEC 240 (211 N. Carroll St)=20
Tuesday, February 20
Dr. Mohamud Jama (2 presentations)
9:30 *10:45 am The United Nations and African Development,=20
MATC Truax Student Lounge (142C)
12:30 *1:45 p.m. Panel Discussion: Building Peace in East Africa=20
MATC Truax Student Lounge (142C)
Thursday, February 22
South Africa After Apartheid
Geoffrey Bradshaw
12:30 -1:20
Room TBA
Thank you for your interest,
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Calvin Joseph Williams Office 608.246.6710=20
Community Relations/Affirmative Action Administrator=20
Madison Area Tech. College dept. fax 608.246.6700=20
3550 Anderson St. Madison, Wisconsin 53704 =
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