Emory African Studies
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The Institute of African Studies is dedicated to building a strong, vibrant community of scholars, teachers and students of Africa and the African diaspora.
Atlanta, GA
Joined October 2023
Thanks to all who stopped by to say hello at yesterday's Emory Expo!
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Welcome back to the Emory campus to new and returning students! We are glad that you are here.
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Today we are happy to highlight another IAS core faculty member, Dr. Melvin Ayogu. Dr. Ayogu is a professor of economics at Emory and his research focuses on Africa’s core development challenges. #africanstudies #africaeconomics #emoryeconomics #emorycollege
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I had a wonderful experience at the @iaamuseum "Wrapped in Heritage" program where myself and other participants learned about the history and cultural significance of African headwraps. Thank you to Bukola Olalere @bukkies_apparel for an engaging and interactive presentation.
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The @iaamuseum in South Carolina is worth visiting!. The solemn experience begins from the outdoor grounds and continues inside with an amazing display of historical information. Their artifacts and exhibitions are both sobering and inspirational.
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RT @blstpodcast: Ashley hosts Valerie Grim on the podcast to discuss Grim's work on rural studies, African American life, and the meaning o….
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Podcast Episode · The Black Studies Podcast · 06/11/2025 · 48m
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RT @HUCenterAfrica: The Center for African Studies has awarded $190,000 in summer Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) fellowships to a….
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We are proud highlight Dr. Adriana Chira who was recently named Winship Distinguished Professor of History, effective September 1, 2025. In addition to her role as a history professor at Emory, Dr. Chira serves as a core faculty member at the Institute of African Studies.
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Today we are proud to highlight another IAS core faculty member, Dr. Nathan Suhr-Sytsma. Dr. Suhr-Sytsma is now completing his second book, African Poetry Worlds in the Twenty-First Century, which is under contract with Oxford University Press. #emorycollege #emoryenglish
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RT @EmoryUniversity: Dr. Sam Cherribi was named this year's recipient of Emory University's George P. Cuttino Award for Excellence in Mento….
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The IAS is proud to highlight one of our talented core faculty members, Prof. Subha Xavier. Dr. Xavier's dedication to research and education is inspiring. #emorycollegeofartsandsciences #emoryuniversity #africanstudies #africandiaspora
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Congratulations to Anjuli, Rene and Bruna on their successful dissertation defense!
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RT @HUCenterAfrica: Join us for an International Conference in Celebration of Professor Paul Tiyambe Zeleza’s 70th Birthday at Howard Unive….
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RT @CASCambridge: Calling African researchers in the humanities and social sciences! We are accepting applications for our CAS Visiting Fel….
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Join us in congratulating history graduate student, Rene Odanga for his recent induction in the Edward Alexander Bouchet Graduate Honor Society. This honor society recognizes exceptional doctoral scholars and postdoctoral fellows who embody the Bouchet Society’s core values.
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Join us in congratulating these IAS students in their upcoming graduating! We wish them well as they begin their new chapters. #emorycollege #emoryclassof2025
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The Institute of African Studies wishes a heartfelt congratulations to core faculty members Clifton Crais and Pamela Scully on their well-deserved retirement. Your dedicated service and leadership will have a lasting impact. Best wishes on your new chapter!. #emorycollege
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RT @HUCenterAfrica: Join the Africa-China Initiative for the annual Spring Symposium THIS FRIDAY, April 25! This year, members of the ACI’s….
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Congratulations to @diannestewardphd for receiving the 2025 Guggenheim Fellowship!. This notable award recognizes and supports her exceptional work in the field of religion. #emoryuniversity #emoryreligion #emoryaas #emorycollege @guggfellows
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