Past Event
Thursday, 26 February 2009, 7 p.m.
Examining rap’s memorable words and inimitable techniques, literary scholar Adam Bradley BA ‘06 argues that we must understand hip hop’s poetics or else ignore the vanguard of poetry today. Book of Rhymes explores America’s least understood poetry, unpacking its surprisingly complex craft and according rap poetry the respect it deserves.
This free event will be held in Howard Hall, room 102.
Past Event
Wednesday, 18 February 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Daniel Beaty’s provocative play, Emergency, explores the effects of slavery with a surprisingly fresh and quirky approach. An award-winning artist, Beaty portrays a cast of 40 characters, including a homeless man, a scientist, a Republican business executive, a street vendor and 11-year-old boy from the projects who all respond to the phenomenon.
Through the characters’ individual responses and their varied testimonies on identity and personal freedom, Emergency weaves a stirring commentary on modern black life.
This event will be held in Agnes Flanagan Chapel. Tickets are $10 general admission, free for Lewis & Clark students with ID.
Past Event
Thursday, 12 February 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Hutchings will discuss findings from his new book, Public Opinion and Democratic Accountability: How Citizens Learn About Politics. The title of his talk is “Wedge Politics: The Structure and Function of Racial Group Cues in Politics.”
This event is scheduled to take place in Templeton Campus Center, Council Chamber. It is free and open to the public.
Past Event
Tuesday, 10 February 2009, 7 p.m.
Portraits of Courage: African Americans You Wish You Had Known is an examination of noted African Americans and their contributions to American history. This theatrical performance hopes to bring recognition to a few of those who have helped shape our country.
The play focuses on: Ida B. Wells, Lewis Latimer, Colonel Young, Madame CJ Walker, Bass Reeves, and Fannie Lou Hamer.
This event is scheduled to take place in Agnes Flanagan Chapel. Admission is free.
Past Event
Monday, 25 February 2008, 7 p.m.
With her books and novels, including Annie John, Lucy, At the Bottom of the River and the controversial A Small Place, Kincaid has carved out a unique and cherished place in the American literary landscape. Ms. Kincaid is the closing speaker for Lewis & Clark’s celebration of Black History Month.
Past Event
Thursday, 7 February 2008, 7 p.m.
Trachette Jackson is the second of three speakers visiting Lewis & Clark to celebrate Black History Month.
Past Event
Friday, 1 February 2008, 7 p.m.
Harold Ford jr. is the first of three speakers visiting Lewis & Clark to celebrate Black History Month.