West African Judicial Colloquia
The colloquia, held in Senegal and Ghana, brings together national and international judges on issues of human rights law, treaties, professional development...(learn more)
George Saitoti '67
Wien International Scholar alumnus George Saitoti '67 (top, right) has formed a career that has taken him from the University of Nairobi to high-level positions in the Kenyan goverment and executive chairman of the World Bank and IMF. In 1988, he received the first Brandeis Alumni Achievement Award.
From Benin to Boston
Fulbright Scholar Armel Herve Djengue's (Benin) journey took him from the west coast of Africa to the International Business School. View more IBS student profiles here.
Darfur Survivors Inspire Activism
Sudanese refugees and immigrants studying at Brandeis, including Heller MA student Panther Alier (right), are leading activism against the Darfur genocide.
Humanitarian Notes
Music and humanitarian work came together for Dan Newman '09 during his internship with Humanitarian Notes, thanks to a chance meeting with Amy Taylor, an MA student in Sustainable International Development and co-founder of the organization. Humanitarian Notes is a charity which publicizes African artists and encourages them to spread awareness of HIV and AIDS. Check out this interview with Dan on the Hiatt Career Center page.
Africa
"Storm over the Namib," photo by Brandeis international student Benjamin Gorelick '11, edge of the Namib Desert, Sossuslei, Namibia
The global Brandeis commitments to social justice, sustainable development and arts and culture have special meaning in the university’s connections to sub-Saharan Africa and the Afro-Atlantic world. Courses on “The Political Economy of Southern Africa” and “Francophone African literature” explore the contest of ideas across the continent. Brandeis students immerse themselves in communities from Cape Town to Dakar, where they seek ways to contribute to battling poverty, disease and injustice under the guidance of local mentors. And visitors from Africa bring to our community new perspectives on such topics as sustainable environmental practices and the power of women to create music and change.
Feature Story
A World of Summer Work
Summer 2008
Margot Moinester '09 used a $10,000 Davis Projects for Peace grant to help women in Rwanda affected by HIV/AIDS set up a sewing and craft cooperative. (Learn more)
Research, Resources and Opportunities
Schools, Centers, and Departments
Study Abroad Programs
Fellowships and Funding
Student Organizations
- African Dance Club
- African Forum (site under development)
- Positive Foundations
- STAND
Programs & Partners