The African American Studies Program hosted Malcom X and African Liberation Day in Building 8 on May 21. Several students, faculty, staff and visitors gathered to listen to speakers, view presentations and thoroughly discuss African American culture.
Seven principles, called Nguzo Saba, were heavily emphasized by presenters. These principles include umoja (unity), kujichagulia (self-determination), ujima (collective work and responsibility), ujamaa (cooperative economics), nia (purpose), kuumba (creativity) and imani (faith).
Speakers included Dr. Jawanza Kunufu, Amirah Al-Gaheem, Lawrence Jones and Emmanuel Niyonsega. M.E.L.O. member Durand Capers and Shonta Greathouse also performed at the event.
Audio: D. Jawanza Kunufu discusses sexism in African American culture.