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Fall 2022 Symposium: Assessing the Ethnic Groups of the Late Ottoman Empire through a Decolonial Lens 1900 -1922

University of Florida 404 Grinter Hall , Gainesville, FL

The symposium will bring together junior and senior scholars whose research reexamines the political and social events that impacted ethnic groups of the Ottoman Empire through a decolonial lens. Participants will present these events through the vantage point of the ethnic groups within the Ottoman Empire that influenced and impacted their fruition.

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. 

15th Mississippi Freedom Project Trip

Pugh Hall Ocora Pugh Hall, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

The 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!

First of the First: Recognizing Lincoln High Alumni Triumphs

Mount Carmel Baptist Church 2505 NE 8th Ave, Gainesville, FL

Join 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

Dr. 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

The 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

A 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

"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.