SPOHP Open House
SPOHP will host a Fall 2022 hybrid Open House event for individuals to learn about research projects, fieldwork opportunities, production skills, and much more.
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15th Mississippi Freedom Project Trip
Pugh Hall Ocora Pugh Hall, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe Mississippi Freedom Project (MFP) is an award-winning fieldwork initiative focused on interviewing civil rights veterans and participants of the 1964 Freedom Summer. Join us to hear about the stories collected throughout the Delta including student reflections and community impact. Interested in joining MFP 2023 trip? Come and find out how!
Beyond the Headlines: Exploring Race and Newspaper Coverage in the Gainesville Sun
Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center 837 S.E. 7th Avenue, Gainesville, FL, United StatesPlease join the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program at the Cotton Club Museum and Cultural Center for the inaugural event in the 2023 Challenging Racism public program series.
Report of the Presidential Task Force on African American and Native American History at UF
Smathers A. Libraries East, Room 100 1508 Union Rd, Gainesville, FL, United StatesPlease join the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program for the second event in the 2023 Challenging Racism public program series.
First of the First: Recognizing Lincoln High Alumni Triumphs
Mount Carmel Baptist Church 2505 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United StatesJoin the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program for two days of celebration and entertainment at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church. This event will honor all students who attended Lincoln High School by extending them an honorary membership into the graduating class of 1965.
Bringing African American History to K-12 Classrooms
Pugh Hall Ocora Pugh Hall, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United StatesDr. Rebekah Cordova, an education specialist, will talk about creating new lesson plans on African American history for K-12 classrooms, by utilizing the oral histories captured by the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program (SPOHP). This event is a collaborative initiative with the Department of Linguistics, funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Pizza and Public Ethics – Academic Freedom: Florida 2023
Smathers A. Libraries East, Room 100 1508 Union Rd, Gainesville, FL, United StatesThe event will begin with a presentation by Prof. Clay Clavert, the Brechner Eminent Scholar Emeritus and former Director of the Marion B. Brechner First Amendment Project at the University of Florida.
The Future of Florida Springs: A Discussion on Springs Health
Pugh Hall Ocora Pugh Hall, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United StatesA panel of four distinguished spring activists and scientists will present their perspectives on how to evaluate the health of Florida springs. Topics that will be discussed include increasing nitrogen levels, the role of dissolved oxygen, and the change in flow rates in the springs.
Film Premiere: “The Life of Oscar Mack: The Bridge of Freedom to Love”
Pugh Hall Ocora Pugh Hall, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States"The Life of Oscar Mack" aims to reveal the truth and bring closure to everyone affected by this story of bravery and resilience. Descendants of Oscar Mack will be in attendance and will discuss his legacy and the importance of the film.