Davu Seru, Curator of the Givens Collection, extends a special invitation to share your perspectives and insights as we develop a NEW African American Literature Curriculum Guide.

Teachers will receive two clock hours toward MN relicensure (meets cultural competence requirement). Spots are limited to the first 50 registrants.

Your perspective matters. Your insight strengthens the fabric of our shared story. Let’s thread-together something lasting, meaningful, and transformative—together.

Event program

• 4:30–5:30 p.m.: Sumptuous buffet
• 5:30–6 p.m.: Welcome and presentation by Davu Seru, Curator of the Givens Collection
• 6–7 p.m.: Remarks by curriculum guide ambassadors Katie Sample and Amira McLendon and a presentation by the Education Committee with responses by guests

As you prepare for the event, we encourage you to watch this video tour of the Givens Collection 40th anniversary exhibition, “The Circle Unbroken,” produced by the Black Market Reads podcast.

About the Givens Collection

With tens of thousands of archival and manuscript materials that document the history of Black literature and culture, the Givens Collection of African American Literature and Life is an invaluable community and scholarly resource.

Event details

What: Reclaiming Learning: PreK–12 Curriculum and African American Literature
When: Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026, 4:30-7 p.m.
Where: Elmer L. Andersen Library, Givens Conference Suite 120 | Parking (Lot 86)