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UO African American Workshop and Lecture Series
The UO African American Workshop and Lecture series brings in national experts to discuss promising practices in the area of African American studies. These experts will work with various groups on campus, including students, faculty, and staff, to raise awareness, improve existing practices, and develop new skills.
Vice Chancellor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo,
University of Ghana
"From Margins to Mainstream: Elevating African Knowledge Systems"
March 18, 2025 from 11:30 - 1:00 PM in the JSMA Pape' Room
The scheduled AAWLS Lecture at UO by the Head of University of Ghana, Vice Chancellor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, emphasizes the need for scholars on the African continent to reclaim knowledge production. It also discusses the significance of multilingualism and sociolinguistic theories, coupled with the importance of creating an optimal research environment for all scholars. Ultimately, Professor Amfo’s lecture calls for a concerted effort to elevate knowledge systems from the Global South, and the relevance of these systems in the broader academic discourse.
