Photos: Africana Studies International Conference

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IUPUI hosted the first Public Scholars in Africana Studies International Conference at the end of October. The event featured renowned speaker Dr. Toyin Falola, plus a Nigerian king, His Royal Majesty Oba (King) Michael Aremu Gbadebo.

Nov 09, 2009 — photo credit: John Gentry and Brian Drumm

Dr. Toyin Falola delivers remarks during the capstone event of the conference, with Chancellor Charles Bantz and faculty member Rhonda ...
Traditional African garb was in evidence throughout the celebration.
Henry welcomed the crowd to Saturday's finale.
Falola also gave a lecture during one of the key sessions of the three-day event.
Henry (right) and others listen to Falola's lecture.
Visitors in University Place's new Scholars Hall used their attire to celebrate the spirit of the conference.