Sankofa Society

In this lecture in honor of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr. Kathi Earles will use her medical training and health disparities research to illuminate the environmental impacts of global warming and their impact on Black and Brown communities.

Step into a celebration of Black imagination and visionary futures during Afrofuturism Week 2026, held January 22–31 at the University of Florida. Experience a vibrant mix of lectures, art, music, storytelling, and a spectacular fashion‑forward finale—all exploring the power of Black creativity and speculative thought. [arts.ufl.edu]
Join UF and community partners for a week of bold ideas, inspiring performances, and collective dreaming. All are welcome.

On August 24th, African American Studies and the Sankofa Society connected with incoming Gators at the Fall 2025 Convocation in the Reitz Union Ballroom. Faculty and student leaders shared the value of majoring or minoring in African American Studies, highlighting the program’s focus on Black history, culture, media, and social justice. It was a powerful start to the semester, rooted in community, scholarship, and purpose.

The latest news on achievements of African American studies scholars.

Here are a few top picks from our faculty and staff of books, films and art! We hope you will take the time to engage in this wonderful work. Dr. J.E. Young, Patricia Hilliard-Nunn Visiting Assistant Professor, recommends

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