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Introduction to West African Languages (Yoruba)
Held in the in the Truth Room on 4/8 and 4/22, Lecture Hall on 4/15 and 4/29.
2026-04-15 17:00:00
2026-04-15 18:00:00
America/New_York
Introduction to West African Languages (Yoruba)
This event is designed to teach language enthusiasts the basics of language learning using Yoruba as a case study, while also exploring worldview and culture among people of West African origin.
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Wednesday, April 15
5:00pm - 6:00pm
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2026-04-15 17:00:00
2026-04-15 18:00:00
America/New_York
Introduction to West African Languages (Yoruba)
This event is designed to teach language enthusiasts the basics of language learning using Yoruba as a case study, while also exploring worldview and culture among people of West African origin.
Oxon Hill - Lecture Hall
Oxon Hill
Lecture HallThis event is designed to teach language enthusiasts the basics of language learning using Yoruba as a case study, while also exploring worldview and culture among people of West African origin.
Topics
Week 1. Survey of Western African Languages (Yoruba people as Case study)
Week 2. Colonial worldview influence on language learning
Week 3. Language in the age of AI, Screens and Social Media
Week 4. Language and the diaspora
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Language Learning | Black Heritage |
TAGS: | welcoming week |
Oxon Hill
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Oxon Hill is home of the Sojourner Truth Room and the Speak Your Truth! Oral History Project.