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History is Happening at Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ!
Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ (B-CU) is proud to make history as the first-ever HBCU to host the Southern Association for Women Historians (SAWH) Triennial Conference — a dynamic, four-day gathering of scholars, students, activists, and community leaders dedicated to examining the rich and complex narratives of women’s history.
2025 Conference Theme: "Unspeakable Challenges"
This year’s theme sparks bold, thought-provoking dialogue around the visible and invisible struggles women face — in their personal lives, professions, and roles as caretakers, leaders, and agents of change.
Adding even greater significance, the conference takes place during the 150th birthday celebration of Dr. Mary McLeod Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ, visionary founder of B-CU. Her enduring legacy of courage, advocacy, and empowerment will resonate throughout every moment of this event.
Why Attend?
Conference Highlights
Thursday Kickoff Event: Film & Southern Desserts
“Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter”
Join us for a screening of this compelling documentary, followed by a Q&A with the film’s creators: Liz Carpenter’s daughter and biographer Christy Carpenter, and historian Jessica Brannon-Wranosky, PhD. Desserts will be served!
Friday Plenary
Dr. Noliwe Rooks presents: “Mary McLeod Ã÷ÐǺÚÁÏ’s Vision and Politics Today”
Based on her NAACP Image Award-nominated book, A Passionate Mind in Relentless Pursuit (2024).
*This event will be live streamed via .
Saturday Plenary
“Protecting Fugitives and Outlaws: The Ethics of Documenting Reproductive Care Providers in the Post-Dobbs Era”
Presented by members of Duke University’s Reproductive Care Post-Roe Project, led by Wesley Hogan, PhD.
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