General news about the Center, its affiliated faculty, or related events.
The African Studies Center (ASC) was thrilled to continue to partner this year with the Moroccan- American Commission for Educational & Cultural Exchange (MACECE) in leading cohorts of teachers on learning and exchange trips to Morocco, funded by Fulbright-Hays. The Fulbright-Hays Program — a Fulbright Program funded by the United States Department of Education– awards […]
During the 2024-25 academic year, we are offering five course enhancement grants in the amount of $2,000 per course for development of new or existing graduate or undergraduate courses to integrate Africa-focused content in U.S. higher education. These programs are funded through the Title VI National Resource Center program of the US Department of Education. […]
The Ajami literatures of Africa represent an invaluable yet often overlooked reservoir of knowledge that is deeply embedded in the history, politics, and intellectual traditions of the region. These literatures remain largely unknown to the wider public, primarily due to limited access and awareness. The Boston University African Studies Center Ajami Studies Team has been […]
The 200 word project is a visual and audio tool comprised of a database of specialized words with pictures and video clips that allow students to hear native speakers pronounce each word. Words were identified based on their applicability to professional fields such as business, medicine, and human rights as well as their ability to […]
The African Studies Center welcomes Melissa Martin as our new Assistant Director, effective July 15, 2024. Melissa’s a mission-driven leader who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this role in addition to a deep commitment to African Studies. She has extensive grants management experience in international public health, having worked and consulted for […]
The African Studies Center welcomes Dr. Nimi Wariboko as new director, effective July 1st, 2024. Dr. Nimi Wariboko is Walter G. Muelder Professor of Social Ethics at Boston University’s School of Theology. A highly respected scholar in theology and ethics with a background in business administration, Dr. Wariboko is well positioned to lead the African […]
The BU African Studies Center Outreach Program aims to promote teaching about Africa and Africa-related studies in U.S. schools. In this position of 5-7 hours a week, the graduate student assistant will be responsible for assisting the Outreach Manager with administrative tasks to help manage the program. Main responsibilities include: Regularly checking and managing the […]
Prominent Ugandan climate activist Vanessa Nakate visited the African Studies Center in September to led an inspiring week filled with powerful conversations and meaningful connections. Ms. Nakate is a young African leader who has spoken at COP 26 and Davos, is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and founder of the Rise Up movement for young African […]
Dr. Schmidt has served as ASC Assistant Director since the April 2018, and throughout his tenure he worked tirelessly to improve the quality and diversity of our offerings, and further the values of diversity, equity and inclusion at the ASC. He was instrumental in the ASC’s receipt of the National Resource Center and Foreign Language […]
Tariq Rahman Lahore is an ancient city. Lahore is a megacity. Though I can think of nothing more cliché to say about an Asian city than describing it as a “land of contrasts,” I do find the tension between Lahore’s history and present to be a productive one to think with when it comes to […]