About AfroFest
The African Diaspora Festival (AfroFest) is a week-long celebration that commemorates the rich history of Africa and the contributions of its people throughout the world. February 2010 marks the festival’s fifth anniversary and it is our goal to reach new heights by enhancing previous programs and incorporating new ones. This year AfroFest is scheduled to take place during the week of February 1st- 7th, 2010.
Our Mission
Our aim is to make the University of Windsor the home of African Heritage Month Celebrations for the city of Windsor and surrounding communities, as well as to increase leadership among the University’s students. As we are an institution of learning, we acknowledge that it is our responsibility to provide cultural and educational programming that will not only entertain, but also enlighten the campus community and promote cultural exchange. We expect to host an estimated 3,500 participants throughout the course of this year’s festival.
Events
Opening Ceremony
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Dr. Alan Wildeman, Mohsin Khan and Mercy Quartey: Celebrating 5 years at the University of Windsor. Performances from the Windsor Jazz Faculty, and cultural dancers from Detroit.
The International African Inventor’s Museum
“Shearhekea (Celebrate) Africa” African Story telling, Drumming, and dancing
Tuesday Feb. 2. 12:00pm and 2:00pm in the CAW student centre
Matter of Fact 1
“So where do we go from here?”
Floyd Wilson and David Yeates will Focus on scholarships and professional opportunities that are available to us while in school and after we graduate.
CAW Ambassador Auditorium Salon C
Matter of Fact 2
Join Ramona Prater: Detroit’s own radio personality and authour of “In the Pink”, Tawnie Wilson and Naza for a panel discussion on “Is Black Really Beautiful?”
Head wrapping session and book signing to follow.
Wed. Feb. 3, 2010 5:00–7:00 pm in the CAW Student Centre Ambassador Auditorium Salon C.
Legacy of Dance
Featuring nationally acclaimed “Artists In Motion” Dance Company: Wednesday Feb. 3 @ 8:00pm CAW Commons
Performing an hour long production showcasing:
Cultural West African Dance
Afrojazz
Contemporary/lyrical
Ballet
Salsa
Step dancing
***This is definitely an event you will not want to miss!!!
No admission required.***
Matter of Fact 3
“Will the Real Men Please Stand Up?”
Join Boonaa Mohammed, Al St. Louis, Matt Hunter, and Jenyo Aladejebi as they discuss the depiction of Black men in today’s society and challenge many of the negative stereotypes of what it means to be a “real” man.
Thursday Feb. 4, 2010 @ 5:00pm-7:00pm
CAW Ambassador Auditorium Salon C.
Love Language
Thursday Feb. 4 7:30pm- 11:00pm @ Escape Cafe on Riverside
Admission $5
Windsor World Cup Soccer Tournament
Friday Feb. 5, 2010 @ Novelletto Rosatti Complex (Mic Mac Park)
Admission $2
