African American Read-In Chain: A Celebration of Black Authors and Books

Co-Sponsored by African and African American Studies and Women's Studies

Wednesday, February 3, 1999
2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
UMall Stage

Faculty, students, and staff are encouraged to celebrate the work of their favorite Black poet, novelist, playwright, or scholar in this first ever UM-Dearborn African American Read-In Chain.

Each participant (that's you) will read selections from her/his favorite African American poet, author or scholar for 10 minutes from the UMall Stage. Readings will be continuous from 2 p.m. through 6 p.m. on February 3. Students, faculty, and staff from all of our diverse racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to participate as readers.

Sign ups for 10 minute slots will occur on:

• January 18 during Martin Luther King, Jr. Day morning and afternoon rallies,
• January 19 and January 20 from Noon-2 p.m/ in the UMall - under the auspices of the African American Student Association.

Noted authors (TBA) will also be reading from their own works. They will be available for light conversation and advice after their readings.

Refreshments will be available in the Faculty/Student Lounge for participants. 

Join us in Black History Month celebration of the writings and musings of African American poets, playwrights, novelists, and scholars.

This program is part of a series in African American studies, underwritten by a grant from the Office of the Provost.