Arturo Schomburg Lecture and Conversation featuring Dr. Claudine Gay

Описание: The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture proudly presents the Annual Arturo A. Schomburg Lecture and Conversation featuring the distinguished political scientist and academic leader, Dr. Claudine Gay. She is the Wilbur A. Cowett Professor of Government and Professor of African and African American Studies at Harvard University. Gay served as the University’s 30th president.

Our annual event marks the anniversary of the birth of Afro-Puerto Rican scholar Arturo Alfonso Schomburg (1874-1938) and illuminates scholars whose work reflects the vision of our namesake. Schomburg was a writer, bibliophile, and historian dedicated to the collection and amplification of the artistic and academic work of people of African descent. Schomburg served as curator of the Division from 1932 until his death in 1938. Schomburg's commitment led to the creation of the Schomburg Collection and subsequently the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.

As a leading scholar specializing in race, identity, and political behavior, Dr. Gay embodies the highest levels of academic excellence and institutional leadership. Her scholarship and high-profile role places her at the center of national dialogues concerning race, academic freedom, DEI, and the future of Black leadership, making this a vital conversation in the current climate. Dr. Gay will present a brief lecture, then conversation with Joy Bivins, Director of the Schomburg Center.