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MyStory Griot Project
University of West Florida Libraries
Student Scholar Symposium & Faculty Research Showcase (University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, 2021)
2021
Abstract
Inspired by the tradition or Griots, West African poets, musicians, and storytellers who are the keepers of oral tradition, the MyStory Griot Project was launched in Fall of 2020 by the UWF College of Art Social Sciences and Humanities Dean's Workgroup on Race, Diversity, and Belonging. The project invited members of the campus community to talk and write about their lived experience with race and race relations. It has created a space for individuals to share their stories while others have the opportunity to listen, learn, and expand their understanding of the complexity of race and racism. The stories shared are topically broad: some of them address experiences with racism; some address the intersection of race and other forms of discrimination, while others are a celebration of individuals who were allies in challenging times. All are incredibly moving.
Details
- Title
- MyStory Griot Project
- Resource Type
- Poster
- Event
- Student Scholar Symposium & Faculty Research Showcase (University of West Florida, Pensacola, Florida, 2021)
- Contributors
- Dr. Rosalind Fisher (Faculty Mentor)Dr. Carrie Fonder (Faculty Mentor)Holly Dixon (Faculty Mentor)Mamie Hixon (Faculty Mentor)Dr. Erin Stone (Faculty Mentor)
- Publisher
- University of West Florida Libraries; Argo Scholar Commons
- Format
- pdf
- Copyright
- Permission granted to the University of West Florida Libraries to digitize and/or display this item for non-profit research and educational purposes. Any reuse of this item in excess of fair use or other copyright exemptions requires the permission of the copyright holder.
- Identifiers
- 99380090761306600
- Academic Unit
- Art and Design; Theatre; College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities; Office of Undergraduate Research; 2021 Student Scholars Symposium and Faculty Research Showcase; English
- Language
- English