"If These Walls Could Talk Showcase & Next Steps" Webinar, Thursday, June 17

Register below by Tuesday, June 15

Thursday, June 17, 7-8 pm (webinar)

Hear a distinguished panel of College of Charleston faculty and alumni share their insights and expertise on craftsmanship, artistry, and labor of enslaved Africans who were tasked with building the 13th oldest college in the United States. The panel will share artifacts found near campus, initiatives underway to commemorate and honor their legacy, as well as programs and curriculum resources to inform and enlighten our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community neighbors about racial equity and social justice. Registrants may submit questions for the panel in advance.

Dr. Shannon Eaves
Assistant Professor of African American History

Dr. Anthony Greene
Assistant Professor and Director of African American Studies

Olivia Williams '15, '21
History Interpreter at McLeod Plantation and Graduate Assistant, Avery Research Center

Dr. Charissa Owens
Director of Diversity Training and Education, Office of Institutional Diversity
Moderator

You are encouraged, though it's not required, to watch If These Walls Could Talk prior to the discussion for added context. You can view that online here.

Step one: Register for the webinar. On the morning of the event, you’ll receive a link to view the webinar. Registration is free, but a $10 donation to benefit the Center for the Study of Slavery in Charleston below is suggested.

Step two: Click the link on Thursday, June 17, at 7 pm, to join the webinar live. It will be recorded and posted on our YouTube channel afterward for you to view and share with friends.

Registration is free, but a $10 donation is suggested. Register online below by Tuesday, June 15.

*You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours after a successful registration. If you DO NOT receive this confirmation, please contact Meredith Chance, associate director of CofC clubs, at  chancem@cofc.edu ASAP.

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