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Ghana @ 55

March 6, 2012 at 6:00 PM

Location:303 Paterson Hall
Cost:Free
Contact Email:iassa.carleton@gmail.com

This March 6th, the Republic of Ghana celebrates 55 years of
independence. To mark the occasion, the Institute of African Studies
Students Association is convening a panel of experts to present on a
variety of contemporary Ghanaian issues and aspirations.

Our esteemed panelists are:

Joseph Awetori Yaro – “Changing Livelihood Profiles in Ghana since Independence”

Louise de la Gorgendiere – “Continuity and Change: Reflections from/on the Ghanaian Diaspora”

Letlotlo Gariba – “Cultural Hybridity: The Evolution of Ghanaian Nationalism”

Matt Morris – “Traditional Authorities in the Volta Region”

Kaitlyn Finner – “The Shea Butter Industry in Northern Ghana”

The discussion will be moderated by Amanda Coffie.

It will commence promptly at 6:00 p.m. in the Humanities Lounge, 303 Paterson
Hall.