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HIV/AIDS continues to impact communities worldwide, and its effects are still being felt in the U.S., especially within communities of color. This discussion will provide vital insights into the current state of HIV/AIDS, focusing on recent trends and the growing disparities in infection rates. The TRUTH in Numbers:Between 2006 and 2010: Keynote Speaker:Eusebius Small, Ph.D.Assistant … Read more

Program: Welcome and IntroductionsKelsey LemonsSenior, Marketing MajorMistress of Ceremony RemarksJames D. SpanIoloPresident, UT Arlington Keynote SpeakerDr. Schnavia S. HatcherDirector, Center for African-American Studies Recognition CeremonyEddie FreemanPresident, African-American Faculty and Staff Association Closing RemarksEddie FreemanReaching Greater Heights The African-American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) at UT Arlington is dedicated to recognizing and uplifting African-Americans both on … Read more

After 30 years of anticipation, it’s officially here — the Center for African American Studies (CAAS) at UT Arlington! We are excited to invite you to our inaugural lecture series, where we will celebrate this milestone and discuss the future of CAAS and its impact on the university and the surrounding community. Event Highlights: This … Read more

Take a Look at Black Femininity from Page to Screen; collaboration with Women’s Gender Studies Program.

Join us for an exploration of the many contributions of African American Texans throughout the state’s history. Dr. W. Marvin Dulaney, Associate Professor and Chair of the History Department at the University of Texas, Arlington, will discuss the origins of Black History Month and its relevance in Texas today.