bettye collier-thomas
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March 25th, 2010. Department of African American Studies Women's History Month Presentation and Book Signing Dr. Bettye Collier-Thomas Jesus, Jobs, and Justice: African American Women and Religion Sponsors: The Department of African American Studies, in collaboration with the Women’s Studies Department, American Studies Department, and Nyumburu Cultural CenterTRANSCRIPT
Dr. Collier-Thomas is a professor of history at Temple University and is the author of
Jesus, Jobs, and Justice: African American Women and Religion. This book
takes a historical approach to the subject of women, religion, and politics, analyzing
religious, class, and gender dynamics in the black community and racial dynamics in
the larger society. Jesus, Jobs, and Justice demonstrates how black women have
woven their faith into their daily experiences and illustrates their centrality to the de-
velopment of African American religion, politics, and public culture.
AASD Women’s History Month Presentation and Book Signing
The Department of African American Studies,
in collaboration with the Women’s Studies Department,
American Studies Department, and Nyumburu Cultural Center,
presents a talk by
Dr. Bettye Collier-Thomas
Date: Thursday, March 25th, 2010
Location: Multi-purpose room, Nyumburu Cultural Center
University of Maryland, College Park
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
For additional information: 301-405-1158