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ESL & ELI Mix & Mingle

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Join us for an exciting networking event designed for emerging scholars and leaders looking to take their next step toward excellence. This event provides a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share experiences, and gain insights from others who are also on the journey from good to great.

CAAS Mix & Mingle

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CAAS Mix & Mingle is an exciting networking event designed to bring together professionals, creatives, and industry leaders for an evening of meaningful connections and collaborative conversations. Whether you’re looking to expand your network, explore new opportunities, or simply engage with like-minded individuals, this event offers the perfect setting.

2013 Conference

Poster for C A A S critical issues in black community

Join us for the inaugural conference hosted by the Center for African American Studies at the University of Texas at Arlington. This two-day event will bring together leading scholars, community leaders, and thought-provoking speakers to discuss the most pressing issues in Black Studies, with a focus on “Race in Context.” Engage in insightful panels, presentations, … Read more

Dr. Amah Presents: Public Education in Texas

Poster for C A A S event, public education in texas

Join us for an insightful session examining the educational experiences and outcomes of African American students in Texas’ K-12 system. This session will explore national, regional, and local education trends, with a focus on how race, place, and schooling experiences intersect to shape educational opportunities and outcomes. We will also engage in a dialogue about … Read more

Dr. Bing Presents: Images of Color, Images of Crime

Poster for C A A S event, ideology, race, and criminal justice

Join us for an engaging session that delves into the intersections of race, criminal justice, and media representation. This discussion will examine the “criminogenic” nature of the justice system, the social construction of crime, and explore whether media depictions distort perceptions of criminality, particularly in relation to African Americans. Session Highlights: Featured Speaker:Robert Bing, Ph.D.Associate … Read more

Dr. Sonja Watson Presents: Who Are You?

Poster for C A A S event, racial identity through a global lens

Join us for an intriguing session exploring the complexities of racial identity both in North America and Panama. Dr. Sonja Watson will examine how racial identity is constructed and understood in these regions, with a particular focus on the emergence of the first generation of Panamanian reggaeton artists. This discussion will shed light on why … Read more

Khalil Muhammad Lecture

Poster for, Khalil Muhammad lecture

Dr. Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in New York City, will deliver a compelling lecture on the intersections of race, crime, and urban development. His acclaimed book, The Condemnation of Blackness: Race, Crime, and the Making of Modern Urban America, will be the focal point of this … Read more

CAAS Faculty/Staff vs. Student Kickball Challenge Kickball

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Get ready for some friendly competition and fun! The Center for African American Studies (CAAS) invites all faculty, staff, and students to join us for the Faculty/Staff vs. Student Kickball Challenge. This exciting event will bring everyone together for a spirited match of kickball, fostering team spirit and camaraderie in a relaxed, energetic environment.

CAAS Presents: An Evening with Authors

Poster for the C A A S event, an evening with authors

Join us for a special evening with the distinguished authors from the Center for African American Studies (CAAS) as we celebrate the holiday season and engage in an inspiring discussion about their work. This event will feature Dr. Myrtle P. Bell, Dr. Robert Bing, Dr. Marvin Dulaney, Dr. Cedrick May, and Dr. Jason Shelton as … Read more