Before the Mayflowers Landed: Film and Multimedia Showcase (Saturday)
Refreshments Provided
Refreshments Provided
Refreshments provided
Thursday, May 4–Saturday, May 6, 2023
Northrop, Best Buy Theater
& Pillsbury Hall, Liberal Arts Engagement Hub
Thursday, May 4 marks the kickoff of Before the Mayflowers Landed, a three-day showcase of Hip Hop inspired films, media, and discussions exploring themes of arrival for present day issues impacting Black People in America, produced by independent journalist and multimedia producer Ralph L. Crowder III.
April 11, 2023
The TRUTH Report focuses on the persistent, systemic mistreatment of Indigenous peoples by the University of Minnesota and offers concrete steps leadership can take towards healing.
Maggie Lorenz: Executive Director, Wakaŋ Tipi Awaŋyankapi
Waziyatawin: Executive Director, Makoce Ikikcupi
Dr. Roxanne Biidabinokwe Gould: Associate Professor, Department of Education and Ruth A. Meyers Center for Indigenous Education, University of Minnesota Duluth
Welcome by Bianet Castellanos: Director, Institute for Advanced Study
Opening Ceremony by Sharon Day
PLEASE NOTE: Opening Ceremony will NOT be livestreamed.
Friday, April 14, 2023
Hybrid: Northrop, Best Buy Theater & Online
Register here for in-person and online attendance