National Association of African American Studies & Affiliates
Newsletter March 2011
The National Association of African American Studies and Affiliates held its national conference February 14-19, 2011 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. More than 500 scholars from across the United States presented outstanding research papers, directed demonstrations and roundtable discussions. One of the major highlights involved presentations provided by scholars from India, Pakistan, South Africa, Puerto Rico, Morocco, Nigeria, Poland, Norway, Japan, and several other countries.
The national organization received tremendous support from the Baton Rouge community, regional and national organizations. The Louisiana Retired Teachers Association, Educators of Yesteryear, Southern University and A&M College, Baton Rouge Department of Human Services, Baton Rouge Office of World Affairs, the Office of the Mayor-President of Baton Rouge, and East Baton Rouge School System were very involved with the program. Receptions were sponsored by Hispanic Outlook Magazine, and the Baton Rouge Black Chamber of Commerce.
The conference also served as host to the Center for Islamic Studies. Participants in this program presented research February 17-19, 2011. Participants from both CIS and NAAAS and Affiliates were invited to attend each other's program. International guests involved with CIS traveled from Portugal, Kenya, Malaysia, Pakistan, India, Israel, UAE, Nigeria, Egypt, Australia, and Saudi Arabia.
There were also a number of special events for the attendees. The evenings were filled with receptions and entertainment provided by the Yang Guang Dance Troupe. The Office of the Mayor-President presented Honorary Certificates to all international guests.
The national organization has started to plan for the February 6-12, 2012 conference. We encourage friends and colleagues to join us in this scholarly program.
Calendar of Events
April 10-13, 2011
Sino-American International Research Forum
Jackson, Mississippi
June 29-Sept. 1, 2011
"Working Together to Create Bullying-Resistant Schools" Training Program, Orlando, Florida
July 16-28, 2011
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Research Forum
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
August 4-7, 2011
Grand Opening of National Office
Portland, Maine
Sept. 29-Oct. 2, 2011
Western Regional Meeting of the National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, San Diego, California
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