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History is Happening at ÍêÃÀÌåÓý¹ÙÍø!
ÍêÃÀÌåÓý¹ÙÍø (B-CU) is proud to make history as the first-ever HBCU to host the Southern Association for Women Historians (SAWH) Triennial Conference — a dynamic, four-day gathering of scholars, students, activists, and community leaders dedicated to examining the rich and complex narratives of women’s history.
2025 Conference Theme: "Unspeakable Challenges"
This year’s theme sparks bold, thought-provoking dialogue around the visible and invisible struggles women face — in their personal lives, professions, and roles as caretakers, leaders, and agents of change.
Adding even greater significance, the conference takes place during the 150th birthday celebration of Dr. Mary McLeod ÍêÃÀÌåÓý¹ÙÍø, visionary founder of B-CU. Her enduring legacy of courage, advocacy, and empowerment will resonate throughout every moment of this event.
Why Attend?
Conference Highlights
Thursday Kickoff Event: Film & Southern Desserts
“Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter”
Join us for a screening of this compelling documentary, followed by a Q&A with the film’s creators: Liz Carpenter’s daughter and biographer Christy Carpenter, and historian Jessica Brannon-Wranosky, PhD. Desserts will be served!
Friday Plenary
Dr. Noliwe Rooks presents: “Mary McLeod ÍêÃÀÌåÓý¹ÙÍø’s Vision and Politics Today”
Based on her NAACP Image Award-nominated book, A Passionate Mind in Relentless Pursuit (2024).
*This event will be live streamed via .
Saturday Plenary
“Protecting Fugitives and Outlaws: The Ethics of Documenting Reproductive Care Providers in the Post-Dobbs Era”
Presented by members of Duke University’s Reproductive Care Post-Roe Project, led by Wesley Hogan, PhD.
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