22 10, 2019

CofC Podcast: Bernard Powers on the Life and Legacy of Denmark Vesey

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Bernard Powers, director of CofC's Center for the Study of Slavery in Charleston, discusses the life of Denmark Vesey and why he should be considered among America's great freedom fighters.

24 09, 2018

CofC Creates Center for the Study of Slavery in Charleston

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Under the direction of Bernard Powers, professor emeritus of history, the new center will examine the impact of slavery and race-related issues in Charleston, the surrounding region, and the College.

5 06, 2018

The College Joins Collegiate Consortium Studying Slavery

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The College of Charleston has joined the Universities Studying Slavery consortium, a collaboration among nearly 40 universities studying their relationships to slavery.