Christel Temple - Africology An Atmosphere of Freedom

Crystal Temple, chair of the Africana Studies Department at the University of Pittsburgh, discusses her journey and insights into Africana Studies. She highlights the importance of being a professionally trained Africologist, her educational background, and her teaching philosophy. Crystal emphasizes the unique cognitive approach of Africana Studies and shares her research experiences, illustrating the discipline's flexibility and cultural impact.

What role does cultural competency play in the speaker's teaching philosophy?

Discuss the speaker's views on the representation of African narratives in popular culture.

How does the speaker relate their personal experiences to their academic work?

What does the speaker mean by 'an atmosphere of freedom' in Africana studies?