On Thursday, December 14, SOAN faculty participated in an event at the Colgate Chapel to commemorate the life of Nelson Mandela. Professors Jonathan Hyslop and Mary Moran each had central roles in planning the event, and Professor Hyslop gave an opening address that movingly described the many ways to celebrate Mandela’s life and work. Professor Moran read remarks sent in by Nigel Bolland, Charles A. Dana Professor of Sociology and Caribbean Studies, Emeritus. In addition, Colgate President Jeffrey Herbst gave a keynote address and several students read excerpts from Mandela’s speeches. If you missed it, you can watch the event on YouTube!
Professor Mary Moran (right) reads remarks from Professor Nigel Bolland (emeritus) at Mandela memorial