Black Georgetown Remembered
As part of its bicentennial celebration in 1988-89, Georgetown University honors this remarkable community in a documentary video titled Black Georgetown Remembered. Through the recollections of the members of the Georgetown black community, some of whom still reside in Georgetown, the documentary pays tribute to a community that thrived amidst slavery, Jim Crow laws, and economic inequity to emerge with a rare strength and identity. It features the remembrances of the decades of the 1940s to the 1950s when the population of Georgetown changed markedly.
This video complements the book Black Georgetown Remembered first published in 1991 and now available in a 25th anniversary commemorative hardcover edition:
Produced and directed by David W. Powell
Executive Producer Kathleen Menzie Lesko
Producer, Story Conception Valerie Babb
Writer Larry Klein
Producer Lorraine Davis-Dantley
Producer Robin Stevens Payes
Research Historian Carroll R. Gibbs
Educational Consultant Ronald M. Johnson
Educational Consultant Joseph M. Murphy
Produced for Georgetown University by Powell, Kritzer & Associates
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The Right to Education for All - Joint EAA-Georgetown University event
CityStream: Seattle's Georgetown Steam Plant
It seems every neighborhood in Seattle has their own little hidden treasures. the neighborhood of Georgetown has a hidden treasure of its own. One with a bright connection to the City's past.
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Just Hiking Up To Top Of Table Rock Mountain Golden Colorado
Just Hiking Up To Top Of Table Rock Mountain Golden Colorado on a beautiful Saturday morning in September 2016. Took 1 hour 20 minutes going up and only 1 hour coming down... not bad for a 75 year old...
Managing Agriculture and Water Scarcity in Colorado (and Beyond)
Colorado agriculture is a $40 billion industry and a dominant water user in the state. However, growing demands from competing water needs such as population growth threaten to reduce irrigated farming and ranching in coming decades. The Colorado Foundation for Water Education teamed up with CoBank's Knowledge Exchange Division and received input from the Colorado Water Conservation Board as the entities weigh in on what's next for managing water scarcity in Colorado.
JustinDunn ManeEvent 2015
Justin Dunn of Guffey, Colorado performs with his mustang Cinnamon in The Mane Event at the Rocky Mountain Horse Expo, 2015, in Denver, Colorado. Justin rides bridless and without spurs or whips, teaching his mustang friends to trust. JustinDunnMustangHorsemanship.com
An Address by Newt Gingrich
Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich spoke in Gaston Hall March 29 at the request of the student-run Lecture Fund, which has invited all of the Republican candidates and President Obama to speak on campus. Gingrich called his policy address Giving Young Americans the Right to Choose a Personal Social Security Account.
GU-Q 100: A Celebration of Knowledge
The GU-Q 100: A Celebration of Knowledge gala commemorated over 100 books published by Georgetown University in Qatar faculty and staff since doors opened in 2005.
Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation (QF), attended the gala, which marked a major milestone in the collaboration between QF and Georgetown that began with the launch of the Doha campus in support of the development goals of the Qatar National Vision.
Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation, was the honored guest speaker at the ceremony.
African American Life in Washington, DC, Before Emancipation
African American Life in Washington, DC, Before Emancipation
As Washington became the focus of abolitionism before the Civil War, antislavery activists argued that the sight of slavery and slave dealers in the nation’s capital disgraced the nation and its ideals. A panel will explore life before the 1862 Compensated Emancipation Act and discuss the “Slavery and Freedom” exhibit at the Smithsonian’s new National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). Moderated by John W. Franklin of the NMAAHC, panelists include Mark Auslander, Central Washington University; Maurice Jackson, Georgetown University; and NMAAHC curators Nancy Bercaw and Mary Elliott. Presented in partnership with NMAAHC, the DC Commission of African American Affairs, and the DC Commission on Emancipation.
FLORENCE, SOUTH CAROLINA - WikiVidi Documentary
Florence is a city in, and the county seat of, Florence County, South Carolina, United States. It is probably best known for being the intersection of I-95 and I-20, and the eastern terminus of I-20. It is the county seat of Florence County and the primary city within the Florence metropolitan area. The area forms the core of the historical Pee Dee region of South Carolina, which includes the eight counties of northeastern South Carolina, along with sections of southeastern North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population of Florence was 37,056, and the estimated population in 2015 was 38,228. Florence is one of the major cities in South Carolina. In 1965, Florence was named an All-American City, presented by the National Civic League. The city was founded as a railroad hub and became the junction of three major railroad systems, including the Wilmington and Manchester, the Northeastern, and the Cheraw and Darlington. As of today, the city retains its status as a major hub in ...
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Conversations in Bioethics
In an era of ever-growing pharmaceutical enhancement, what counts as intellectually disabled, and why would that matter? How does the way we define disability (and normalcy) impact the just distribution of resources in society — and the way society treats those who happen to fall outside the norm? How are foundational concepts in ethics like dignity or autonomy complicated by reflection on the many ways we are dependent on others in the course of any “normal” human lifespan?
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LiveWell Colorado | HEAL Cities & Towns: Denver Metro Area
See how participating in our HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign is benefiting the Denver Metro Area. Learn more about the program at
Kalaris Conference 2018 | Welcome Remarks & Conversation with Robert Cardillo
Welcome remarks featuring Michael O’Hanlon, Senior Fellow at Brookings Institute and Dr. Billy Jack, Georgetown Vice Provost for Research, followed by a conversation between David Martin of CBS and NGA Director Robert Cardillo.
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The George T. Kalaris Intelligence Conference aims to connect government, academia, media, and the private sector through an intellectually rich and stimulating lineup of events and discussion about the diverse, and sometimes divergent, skills and perspectives needed in the national security community. This year's conference, The Art and Science of Intelligence, is co-sponsored by the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and Georgetown University Center for Security Studies and took place on September 27, 2018 at Georgetown University.
Teilhard de Chardin: His Importance in the 21st Century
A panel discussion on Teilhard de Chardin, featuring John F. Haught, Ph.D., Kathleen Duffy, SSJ, Ph.D., John Grim, Ph.D. and Ilia Delio, OSF, Ph.D.
27,000+ SQFT Luxury Italian Palazzo For Sale
The Hobson Group, principled by W.D. “Bill” Hobson is a real estate team of uncommon experience and credentials. Our business revolves around marketing homes in the St. George area for sale with particular emphasis on luxury homes, & communities for many years.
Bill is very active in the St. George real estate market, currently serving as the Washington County Board of Realtors President, leading his team to represent and market the largest volume of homes and properties for sale on Washington County multiple listing service. He has a tradition of being involved in community affairs, serving for 8 years as a St. George City Planning and Zoning Commissioner as well as current service on other local community organizations & boards.
Bill points out that St. George’s strategic location, virtually surrounded by National and State Parks as well as Recreation areas. It truly is an outdoor enthusiast’s mecca. Zion, Bryce and Grand Canyons as well as Arches National Park and Capital Reef known as the “Might Five” are all within a few minutes of or an easy drive from St. George.
Numerous lakes and reservoirs can be found in close proximity to St. George also, from beautiful Gunlock, Sand Hollow and Quail Creek Reservoirs, to the inland seas of Lakes Mead and Powell National recreation areas.
The St. George area boasts 12 manicured golf courses, many designed by famous golf course architects. Even more courses can be found with in a very short drive of the valley.
The City of St. George boasts an extensive trail system that run adjacent to its 2 active tributaries to the Colorado river, as well as along washes and other scenic ridges and park areas.
To the north, Brian Head Resort offers downhill skiing as well as snowmobiling, along with Cedar Breaks National Monument. The high alpine environment beacons for winter sports or when the temperatures soar in the desert, trout fishing, small and big game hunting, 4 wheeling, etc., beckon the outdoor enthusiast.
So what else does the St. George area offer a visitor or prospective home purchaser?
A 4 year University with great academics and sports teams? Check!
A world class medical with Dixie Regional Medical Center offering Cardiology, Neurosurgery? Check!
Vibrant arts community w/numerous museums, a symphony orchestra? Check!
Great shopping, with factory stores, indoor and outdoor malls? Check!
Awesome Convention Center and over 1,000 hotel rooms that run the gamut of affordable to luxury accommodations? Check!
We invite you to discover St. George. Find out why it is ranked as one of the top retirement considerations in the nation. Also it is ranked as the #1 Best place to do business by Forbes Magazine. (2015)
Utah has a state constitution that requires a balanced budget and boasts an $800Million dollar surplus. (end of 2014)
Utah ranks number 1 in large Venture Capital investments, as well as second only to Silicon Valley in patents issued. (2014)
Utah leads the nation in lowest unemployment through May 2015.
Utah’s energy costs are the 3rd lowest in the nation with Washington County among the lowest in the State.
It is the only state to rank in the top 10 in five of the six main categories we used to determine the Best States. (Forbes Magazine 2015)
The St. George area ranks by the US Census Bureau as the 5th fastest growing metro area at 2.9% with a population of 151,948 in 2014. The St. George area almost always ranks high in research publications ranking US cities as places to retire, quality of life, affordable housing, golf, scenic environment, etc.
In fact, the St. George area real estate market offers three gated Luxury Home Communities in; “The Ledges,” “Entrada at Snow Canyon,” and “Stone Cliff.” These communities offer mid-to high end luxury town homes and custom homes in located in gated communities that include a world class golf course and or offer incredible views. One can find listed town homes from the $300’s as well as custom single family homes from the upper $500,000’s to well into the millions for luxury mansions. Professional quality video home tours are available on our web site.
While the St. George area offers several luxury home developments, one can find numerous affordable condominium, town home and more modest single family homes from less than $100,000.00.
Discover, “Why St. George?” is a question more and more people are asking their savvy friends and family, who have decided to make the move to this stunning landscape and community.
A bit over 3 hours to Salt Lake City on I-15 to the north, and 1hr 30min to Las Vegas to the south-west; truly a realtor’s mantra of, “location, location, location” realized!
Penny Gamble-Williams & IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas
Listen to this Beautiful Message From Penny Gamble-Williams of Wampanoag & African heritage during The exhibition IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas (2009). Watch Next: Black Indians
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Remember to use the gifts that the Great Spirit has blessed us with and create ways to uplift all people through visual arts, crafts, writing, poetry, music, movement, activism, laughter, healing, positive vibrations and pure love energy..... --Penny Gamble-Williams
The exhibition IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas is a collaboration between the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the Smithsonian Institution Travelling Exhibition Service (SITES).
For over thirty years Penny Gamble-Williams of Wampanoag & African heritage has been an activist involved in American Indian land, freedom of religion and sacred site issues, Indigenous and environmental rights. She is a member of the Chappaquiddick Band of the Wampanoag Nation of Massachusetts and was instrumental in re-constituting the Chappaquiddick people, monitoring repatriation issues in respect to the Chappaquiddick, reviving the ceremonies and language.
In 1995 she was elected Sachem, (Chief), and served for seven years. Since 2002, Penny has served as Spiritual Leader for the Chappaquiddick people. In 1996, Penny traveled to England to research documents pertaining to the Chappaquiddick Wampanoag.
Penny, who was born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island, was exposed to music through her father who was a jazz musician and enjoyed drawing, painting and doing crafts with her mother who was an artist. Penny was mentored by several renowned artists in Rhode Island and studied at Rhode Island School of Design. Penny moved to Washington, DC in 1972 and attended the Cochran School of Art and Maryland College of Art and Design. She created art in her studio in Historic Hyattsville, worked with children in an aftercare program.
In 1992 to express her cultural heritage she co-founded a storytelling collective called “The Painted Gourd, Red and Black Voices.” The group comprised of four Indigenous people, performed and lectured on the historical connection of Native American and Africans before Columbus to the present.
They presented their program in public schools, libraries, colleges and government institutions throughout the East Coast. As a cultural presenter, Penny has presented at University of Maryland, Howard University, Brown University, American University, Georgetown, George Washington University, and George Mason.
Through her non-profit organization, Ohke Cultural Network, Inc., Ms Williams conducts teacher training workshops in public and private schools and works with children of all ages throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area. She uses storytelling, art, music and movement to actively engage and involve the children as they learn about the Native and African American historical connection.
In 2005 Penny and her husband Thunder Williams co authored a concept paper on the historical connections and relationships of African Americans and presented it to the National Museum of the American Indian.
Penny has captured her life experiences which are expressed in several artistic formats. As a mixed media artist, she has exhibited her paintings throughout the East Coast. Penny has written several plays such as Whalin, Environmental Blues and performed a play she co-wrote called Remember the Sweetgrass in New York City at NBC’s PSNBC Showcase Theater.
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UCLA Oppenheim Lecture with William McDonough
On February 18, 2015, at UCLA’s Fowler Museum, William McDonough gave a lecture, “Design for the Circular Economy in the Ecological Century,” part of UCLA’s Institute of the Environment and Sustainability, Oppenheim Lecture Series.
Video courtesy of UCLA’s Institute of the Environment and Sustainability
Queen meets Emir of Qatar among Isil funding allegations
Her Majesty the Queen meets the Emir of Qatar after allegations surface that the state is funding Isil
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Education and Science Diplomacy
There is a growing number of training initiatives geared toward providing science diplomacy knowledge and skills to both the scientific community and international relations professionals. This session will highlight current approaches to science diplomacy education at universities, research institutions, scientific societies, government agencies, think tanks, and international organizations at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. Speakers will reflect on the need to articulate integrated or systemic approaches to science diplomacy education that may be generally applicable to different stakeholders and communities of research and practice in the United States and globally.
Moderator:
Mandë Holford, Associate Professor, The City University of New York, Hunter College; Research Associate, American Museum of Natural History (AMNH); Co-Director of the Hurford Science Diplomacy Initiative at Rockefeller University
Session Organizer:
Mandë Holford, Associate Professor, The City University of New York, Hunter College; Research Associate, American Museum of Natural History (AMNH); Co-Director of the Hurford Science Diplomacy Initiative at Rockefeller University
Panelists:
•Kathryn Olesko, Associate Professor, Georgetown University
•Melody Brown Burkins, Dartmouth College, Associate Director for Programs & Research, John Sloan Dickey Center for International Understanding; Adjunct Professor of Environmental Studies
•Matthew Daniels, Advisor, Office of the Secretary of Defense; Aerospace Engineer, National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Sport at the Service of Humanity Conference Panel 4
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November 7, 2019 | Inspired by Pope Francis, the Sport at the Service of Humanity Conference is an invitation-only gathering bringing together leaders in athletics, education, faith communities, and youth sports to discuss the power of sport to effect positive change in the world. The fourth annual conference, held November 6-8, 2019, was co-sponsored by Georgetown and the Vatican Pontifical Council for Culture. Attendees focused on three core values – inspiration, inclusion, and involvement – in panel presentations, breakout sessions, and excursions throughout the DC area, including the National Museum of African American History and Culture.