Frank A. Guridy, Director
JES A232A, Mailcode D7200, Austin, TX 78712 • 512-471-1784
Popular Cultures in Africa
Fri, March 30, 2007
Africa Conference
"Popular Cultures in Africa"
Convener: Dr. Toyin Falola
March 30-April 1, 2007
2.102 Eastwoods Rm., Texas Union, University of Texas
Spanning over a three-day period, this conference will focus on the histories, genres, meanings, purposes, and impact of popular cultures throughout Africa.
Over a hundred scholars from throughout the globe will present papers examining various aspects of African popular cultures. Topics will range from country music in Zimbabwe to beer drinking habits throughout Ghana to issues of HIV/AIDS in African fiction.
Friday: 11 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
"Popular Cultures in Africa"
Convener: Dr. Toyin Falola
March 30-April 1, 2007
2.102 Eastwoods Rm., Texas Union, University of Texas
Spanning over a three-day period, this conference will focus on the histories, genres, meanings, purposes, and impact of popular cultures throughout Africa.
Over a hundred scholars from throughout the globe will present papers examining various aspects of African popular cultures. Topics will range from country music in Zimbabwe to beer drinking habits throughout Ghana to issues of HIV/AIDS in African fiction.
Friday: 11 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Sponsored by: Department of History, Center for African and African American Studies
