African Studies Center
Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies
The African Studies Center (ASC) at Boston University is one of the nation’s oldest leaders in promoting African language and area studies since its founding in 1953, with federal funding from the US Department of Education as a Title VI National Resource Center.
As a center for excellence for researching, learning, and teaching about Africa, the ASC provides opportunities for students and scholars across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to pursue rigorous academic study and research engaging Africa, to learn African languages, and to participate in diverse programming outside of the classroom.
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ASC Supports Fulbright Hays Teachers’ Travel to Morocco
The African Studies Center (ASC) was thrilled to continue to partner this year with the Moroccan- American Commission for Educational Read more
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The African Studies Center invites applications for Course Enhancement Grants
During the 2024-25 academic year, we are offering five course enhancement grants in the amount of $2,000 per course for Read more
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Exploring African Ajami: Preserving a Rich Intellectual Tradition through Digital Innovation
The Ajami literatures of Africa represent an invaluable yet often overlooked reservoir of knowledge that is deeply embedded in the Read more
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African Language Program News: A New Addition to the 200-Word Project
The 200 word project is a visual and audio tool comprised of a database of specialized words with pictures and Read more
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The African Studies Center welcomes Assistant Director Melissa Martin
The African Studies Center welcomes Melissa Martin as our new Assistant Director, effective July 15, 2024. Melissa's a mission-driven leader Read more
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Farewell to Ambassador Mark Storella & Welcome to Dr. Nimi Wariboko as new African Studies Center Director
The African Studies Center welcomes Dr. Nimi Wariboko as new director, effective July 1st, 2024. Dr. Nimi Wariboko is Walter Read more
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The African Studies Center K-16 Education Program is seeking Graduate Student Assistant Fall 2024
The BU African Studies Center Outreach Program aims to promote teaching about Africa and Africa-related studies in U.S. schools. In Read more
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UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Vanessa Nakate visits the BU African Studies Center
Prominent Ugandan climate activist Vanessa Nakate visited the African Studies Center in September to led an inspiring week filled with Read more