​ We Were Here is important for the young people because the youth don’t spend enough time thinking about the past anymore. The film resonated with young people well because the stories are told in a very creative, artistic way.
--- The Daily Beacon
Art History
Department
History
Department
Provides insight into the little-known history of Black presence in 16th century Europe
Develops understanding of slavery's history and impact
Illuminates historical roots of contemporary European racial dynamics and debates
Offers new perspectives on Renaissance-era European society and culture
Africana and Black Studies
Department
Expands knowledge of early African presence and influence in Europe
Contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of the global Black experience
Highlights underexplored chapter in Black history predating the transatlantic slave trade
Modern Languages
Department
Linguistic and cultural enrichment
Exposure to multiple European languages
Understanding of cultural and linguistic variations across different European regions
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