The African Studies Centre at the University of Toronto, St. George - Courses, Events, And More

Joined February 2019
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✨✨The African Studies Centre, U of T, St. George invites applicants for a 12-month postdoctoral fellowship — the Richard Rooney Postdoctoral Fellowship in African Studies 2026-2027.✨ ⏰ Deadline: July 10, 2026 ✨ Value: $70,000 ( benefits) ▶️ Apply: uoft.me/cq8
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African Studies Centre joins The Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP). ✨ Gain paid work experience 🛠️ Build essential job skills 🤝 Expand your professional network 🚀 Become career-ready 🗓️ Admissions: June 10 – July 10, 2026 Learn more at: uoft.me/asip
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📣 Exciting news! The African Studies Centre has been ranked #1 at U of T by The Varsity based on student course evaluations across 69 academic units. 🥇🌍 Thank you to our incredible students and faculty! ✨ #Africa #africanstudies #uoft #trending #academicexcellence
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📣✨ Announcing our two amazing performers for the Graduation Reception ✨ Meet our featured performers: 🎤Performer 1: @wavyakz 🎤Performer 2: Rita Sande 🗓️ Only 8 days left ⏳ Registration closes May 19, 2026 🔗 Registration link forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jQ0d…
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🛎 Join us in celebrating our graduates and honouring the life of beloved Kalwa Tembo. ❤️💐❤️ ❤️ GoFundme Link: 🔗tr.ee/GZpTfcAogp ✍RSVP Link: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jQ0d…
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🎓Join us for a memorable evening of joy and celebration of our amazing graduates! ✨✨ 📆 When: Friday, May 22, 2026 🕑Time: 6PM-8PM 📍Venue: William Doo Auditorium, 45 Willcocks St, University of Toronto ✍ Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 19, 2026 forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jQ0d…
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✨❤️We’re thrilled to celebrate a historic donation from alumna Dr. Afua Cooper in honour of the late Alpha Madiou Diallo. This gift will support African Studies students through a leadership and citizenship award. Thank you, Dr. Cooper, for your generosity and impact!❤️✨ #uoft
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🌍✨ Year 2 of Jollof Rice Wars/Peacemaking with chefs: 👩🏾‍🍳 Titylayo Yekini 🇳🇬 (@chophubca) 👩🏾‍🍳 Abrafi Akrofi 🇬🇭 (@ddelights_) Organized by Prof. Marieme Lo & Alfred Oduro Special guests: Erinayo, Fareedah, ASCU Team & African Studies Faculty #uoft #africa #food #nigeria #ghana
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✨African Studies Centre Awards 4 awards for excellence, leadership & impact ✨ 1️⃣ Ubuntu Award forms.office.com/r/bH76yEaBj… 2️⃣ Sylvia Beck Memorial forms.office.com/r/MxxQPSbnQ… 3️⃣ Community Leadership & Citizenship Award – forms.office.com/r/wF6tVFLJn… 4️⃣ Excellence Award – Fall 2026
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📣 Summer opportunities with the African Studies Centre! 🌍📚 Hiring for AFR280Y1: Introductory Swahili: 📇 Course Instructor: unit1.hrandequity.utoronto.c… 📇Teachers Assistant : unit1.hrandequity.utoronto.c… 🗓 Deadline: April 3, 2026, 11:59 PM Apply & share! #africa #uoft #hiring
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✨Congrats to ASCU and co-presidents Erinayo and Fareedah on an electrifying AfroPulse 2026! 🎉 Kudos to Dami, the artistic director 👏🏽 for Our Husband Has Gone Mad Again, and to the amazing cast and crew! 🎭 Amazing work, thank you to everyone who made it unforgettable! 🌍💕
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Join us for a career and networking event with African Studies alumni through the backpack2Briefcase (B2B) program. 📆 Apr 7, 2026
🕑 5:00–7:30 PM
📍 Faculty Club, 41 Willcocks St, University of Toronto ✍️RSVP: forms.office.com/r/XwtHBR85z… #uoft #africa
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Hello students! Summer registration is open. The African Studies Centre is offering two courses: AFR290H1 – The Idea of Africa (online, with weekly discussion) and AFR280Y1 – Introductory Swahili (online, asynchronous). Learn more and register today! #africa #uoft #summer
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Join us for the African Studies graduates’ celebration and welcome back party ✨ Enjoy great food, vibes, and a DJ! 📆 Friday, January 30, 2026 🕑 6:00–8:00 PM 📍 William Doo Auditorium, 45 Willcocks St ✍ RSVP by January 28, 2026 forms.office.com/r/FBKUSNruM… #uoft #Africa
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Congratulations to Dr. Kariuki Kirigia for his impactful work !
#BRNBrilliance: A BRN IGNITE Grant project led by Kariuki Kirigia of @UofTArtSci examines how documents contribute to land dispossession in Kenya 🌍 buff.ly/GS4IH52 #UofT #BlackResearchNetwork
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Event Postponed! Stay tuned for the New date.
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🎄✨ Happy Holidays from the African Studies Centre! ✨🎄 Wishing you a season filled with joy, warmth, and cherished moments with loved ones. Here’s to a bright and inspiring New Year ahead! 🌟 #Holidays #Africa #UofT #Africanstudies
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Please join us to view this art exhibition By Visual Artist and African Studies Student, Shayna Rivelle! 🕗Date & Time:  Monday, April 28| 2:00PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Location:  Women & Gender Studies (WGSI) Lounge, Above D.G. Ivey Library, 20 Willcocks Street, Toronto ON
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