Events

Protection and Amelioration in the British Empire: A Conversation on the Comparative Histories of Enslaved and Colonized People in the Caribbean & Australia

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The mid-nineteenth century British empire was characterized by a turn towards an articulated humanitarian and civilizing mission, aimed at uplifting and improving the condition of colonized… read more »

WORLD BOOK AND EARTH DAY SPECIAL. OUR COMMON GROUND. Transpacific Literary and Cultural Connections: Latin American Influence in Asia.

WORLD BOOK AND EARTH DAY SPECIAL. OUR COMMON GROUND. Transpacific Literary and Cultural Connections: Latin American Influence in Asia.

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Transpacific Literary and Cultural Connections: Latin American Influence in Asia. Live conversation with authors. Jie Lu, Martín Camps, and Miguel Rojas-Sotelo.Moderated by professor Zairong Xiang… read more »

What Will Yesterday Be Made Of? Reflections on Cancel Culture

What Will Yesterday Be Made Of? Reflections on Cancel Culture

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"Since George Floyd's death, statues of Confederates and colonizers have been toppled all over the world. What cancel culture, considered as "alt-left fascism" by Donald Trump, does teach us about a… read more »

Injustice has a Cure: Paul Farmer & Duke Global Health Projects in Latin America & the Caribbean

Injustice has a Cure: Paul Farmer & Duke Global Health Projects in Latin America & the Caribbean

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We welcome Duke Trustee and co-founder of Partners In Health, Dr. Paul Farmer '82, P'19, who has been recognized internationally for his impactful work at the intersection of public health and human… read more »