Africa in Transition

A program for K-12 teachers exploring the challenges modern Africa is facing

Thursday, April 9, 2009
8:30 am - 3 pm
Colby College

This one-day program, sponsored by the Maine Humanities Council, will use literature and film to explore politics, healthcare and urbanization in Africa, with professors James Webb, Jr, Mamadou Samb, and Catherine Besteman, of Colby College.

The teacher enrichment program, India and Pakistan: The History behind the Headlines, is sold out, but please check back soon for our next program!

Tentative Agenda
9—10:30 a.m.: Understanding Current Crises in India & Pakistan (Lecture & Discussion)
10:30 a.m.—12 p.m.: Film & discussion (Film T.B.D.)
12—1 p.m.: Lunch
1—2 p.m.: Book Discussion, Temptations of the West, by Pankaj Mishra
2—3 p.m.: India and Pakistan in a Globalized World: Beyond the Headlines & stereotypes (Lecture & Discussion)

Tuition of $50 includes a copy of the text,
refreshments and lunch.

1.5 CEUs available

To be awarded CEUs, please bring a $20 check made out
to the University of Southern Maine to the program on
April 9th to pay for the processing of your CEUs.

US Navy Photo by
MC1 Roger S. Duncan