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Slavery and Harvard - Universities and Slavery Series, Part 4

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Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion on the complex relationship between Harvard University and slavery. Delve into historical insights presented by distinguished scholars, including Sven Beckert, Alexandra Rahman, Daniel R. Coquillette, and Julian Bonder. Gain perspective on Harvard's historical connections to slavery, student research contributions, legal implications, and architectural reflections. Moderated by Annette Gordon-Reed, the session concludes with an engaging panel discussion, offering a comprehensive examination of this critical aspect of Harvard's past and its ongoing relevance.

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Sven Beckert , Laird Bell Professor of History, Harvard University
Alexandra Rahman ’12 , Student Contributor, Harvard and Slavery: Seeking a Forgotten History
Daniel R. Coquillette , J. Donald Monan, S.J. University Professor, Boston College Law School
Julian Bonder , Principal, Wodiczko + Bonder and Julian Bonder + Associates; Professor of Architecture, Roger Williams University
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    Thalles Souza @SouzaDataset
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    The course focus on various topics which expands your knowledge, the jokes give you motivation to finish it, really recommend!
  • 沈永祺
    This installment of "Slavery and Harvard - The University and Slavery Series, Part 4" offers a poignant and crucial exploration. It delves deep into the often - overlooked historical ties between Harvard and slavery, presenting well - researched facts. By highlighting these connections, it forces a necessary reckoning with the university's past. The narrative is both educational and thought - provoking, shedding light on a dark chapter that has far - reaching implications for understanding Harvard's history and the broader context of American slavery. It serves as an important contribution to the ongoing conversation about historical truth and institutional responsibility.
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