Monday, February 21, 2011

Donna Brazile @ Clark University

February 10th marked the day that Donna Brazile made her visit to Clark University.
Donna Brazile    
Picture source: Wocester Telegram and Gazette Feb. 10th. www.telegram.com


She is an adjunct professor, author, syndicated columnist, television political commentator, Vice Chair of Voter Registration and Participation at the Democratic National Committee, and former chair of the DNC Voting Rights Institute. (More info can be found on her website http://www.brazileassociates.com). 
Donna Brazile (left) and Graduate Assistant, Tara

Her words made a significant impact that day. She spoke on many things such as Black History Month and Clark's theme, to commemorate the month, The Evolution of Blackness. She encouraged us to start thinking of Black history as our collective history. Giving her own tales of her youth and ancestry, she thoroughly entertained and captivated her audience. Other topics she touched on were the importance of education, internal US party politics, and foreign policy. 

If you haven't heard Ms Brazile speak, you should! Not many political figures can relate to her audience and make you feel a part of the conversation. Ms. Brazile is definitely a wise woman, with even wiser words. 

Friday, February 18, 2011

Film Screening - Dare Not Walk Alone


Tuesday 2/22/11 at 7:00pm
Jefferson Academic Center Room 218

A documentary about the heroic but often overlooked Civil Rights movement and its aftermath in Saint Augustine, Florida
http://www.darenotwalkalone.com/

NAACP IMAGE AWARD Nominee - Outstanding documentary
Official Selection San Francisco Black Film Festival
Official Selection Atlanta Film Festival


Snacks served and a discussion following the film
For special accommodations contact OIA @ 508-793-7362 or talewis@clarku.edu