Hillarysworld

“President Obama’s ruthlessly honest self-examination on issues of race and identity gives us an opportunity to lead students through what could be the most important conversation they will have during their freshman year,” says Ithaca College President Tom Rochon.

First-year students will gather on Tuesday, Aug. 25, for a presentation and question-and-answer session with Michael Smith, assistant professor of history, and Cynthia Henderson, associate professor of theatre arts. Henderson — who has been a Fulbright scholar in Africa — will discuss Obama’s writings as they relate to his thoughts about identity and his African father. Smith will share his perspective on the cultural, social and historical connections of Obama’s introspection. Students will then participate in small discussion groups led by faculty and staff facilitators.

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