Haiti Teach-In

A panel of experts talks about a variety of issues related to Haitian history, culture, spirituality, politics, and policy and donor initiatives to respond to the earthquake crisis over the short and long term. Professor, Ted Henken, Chair, Black and Hispanic Studies Department, Baruch College, moderates the event. Frisner Augustin, Artistic Director, La Troupe Makandal, performs Haitian drumming at the beginning. Speakers include: J. Michael Dash Professor of French, NYU Ned Sublette Musician, ethnomusicologist, and author Lois Wilcken Executive Director, La Troupe Makandal Carolyn Rose-Avila Vice President for Policy and Public and Donor Engagement for Plan USA Carolle Charles Professor, Department of Sociology/Anthropology, Baruch College Baruch student Jessica Bordes is present to share personal reflections about her experience in Haiti during the earthquake. Darnide Cayo shares information about outreach opportunities for students through an aid organization she co-founded, Artists Village. The event takes place on February 4, 2010 at the Baruch College Vertical Campus, Room 5-150. A Q&A follows.