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Between the Local and the Global: Blackness, Race and Ethnicity in Contemporary Israel

In this talk, prominent activist, writer, poet, and cultural entrepreneur, Efray Yerday, will ask questions about the fluidity of blackness and whiteness in the Israeli context, especially within the Israeli Jewish community, which reflects diverse as well as conflicting histories and legacies that revolve around race and ethnicity.

Between the Local and the Global: Blackness, Race and Ethnicity in Contemporary Israel - Read more

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Upcoming DSAC Initiatives

The BSOS Dean’s Student Advisory Council is hosting a number of professional development and social events that may be of interest to you. We hope that we can see you there! Pathways to Success Panel | Thursday, November 2nd @ 5pm

Upcoming DSAC Initiatives - Read more

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Dr. Guluma's dissertation article - "I’m Not Habesha, I’m Oromo: Immigration, Ethnic Identity, and the Transnationality of Blackness"

Dr. Beka Guluma,  Postdoctoral Associate in the Department of African American Studies, had published his first article from his dissertation titled, " I’m Not Habesha, I’m Oromo: Immigration, Ethnic Identity, and the Transnationality of Blackness."    Abstract: 

Dr. Guluma's dissertation article - "I’m Not Habesha, I’m Oromo: Immigration, Ethnic Identity, and the Transnationality of Blackness" - Read more

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Career & Internship Fair for BSOS majors

BSOS Students, alumni, faculty & staff are invited to attend the UMD Career & Internship Fair. Make a new connection for the future or discuss internship, full-time and part-time employment opportunities.

Career & Internship Fair for BSOS majors - Read more

 Black Communication and Technology Lab (BCaT) September Events

Black Communication and Technology Lab (BCaT) September Events

 

Black Communication and Technology Lab (BCaT) September Events - Read more

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Terps For Change Applications

Are you looking for a way to jump-start your involvement on campus, engage and learn about both campus and the surrounding community, and gain tangible skills for your future career?  Apply to volunteer with Terps for Change!

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Affirmative Action

Affirmative Action and Education for All Event

On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, the UMD National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Asian American Student Union, PLUMAS and USAS organizing for Affirmative Action!  To RSVP for your *free t-shirt and dinner* sign up here:

Affirmative Action and Education for All Event - Read more

BSOS Advising Survey

Help Us Help You! Fill Out the BSOS Advising Survey

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences is seeking to enhance the student advising experience and we need your help! We have launched an online survey that will help us determine how to meet the needs of BSOS students. We hope that you will take the time to share your experiences and perspectives. 

Help Us Help You! Fill Out the BSOS Advising Survey - Read more

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Museums

  • Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture
  • National Great Blacks In Wax Museum
  • African American Civil War Memorial Museum
  • Alexandria Black History Museum
  • Anacostia Community Museum
  • Banneker-Douglass Museum
  • Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
  • Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site

Centers

  • African American History, Culture and Digital Humanities (AADHum)
  • Anti-Black Racism Initiative
  • Brain and Behavior Institute (BBI)
  • Center for Substance Abuse Research (CESAR)
  • The Consortium on Race, Gender and Ethnicity (CRGE)
  • The Critical Race Initiative (CRI)
  • David C. Driskell Center
  • The Judge Alexander Williams Jr. Center
  • Maryland Center for Health Equity
  • Maryland Population Research Center (MPRC)
  • Nyumburu Cultural Center
  • Resilient Adaptation across Culture and Context (RACC) Lab

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