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2026 CACE Conference: Race And Education

The 36th Annual CACE Conference will feature keynotes by Dr. Frederick Douglas Dixon, Dr. Deborah Barnes, and Dr. Tracy Bailey. Join us for three days of presentations, roundtable conversations, poetry, performances, and workshops, hosted by the UNCG Department of African American and African Diaspora Studies.

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Poetry Cafe with Josephus Thompson III

Step into the Culture Café Open Mic, where poetry, beats, and self-expression come alive with the legendary Josephus Thompson III, creating a night of rhythm, storytelling, and community.

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Black Liberation Across World History

Explore the global history of African American political leadership and discover the influential figures who paved the way for iconic leaders like Ella Baker, Malcolm X, and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Rising Up: How Islam Played a Role in Resistance to Enslavement

Mark your calendars for April 15th! We’re diving into the fascinating topic of “Rising Up: How Islam Played a Role in Resistance to Enslavement,” where we’ll uncover the inspiring influence of Islam in historical resistance movements against enslavement. Join us for an enlightening exploration!