Bucknell’s Griot Institute for Africana Studies will celebrate the start of the new academic year for students, faculty and staff by holding its Opening Event on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 12 to 2 p.m. on the University’s science quad. The event is free and open to the public.
The Soul in Motion African Dance and Drum Ensemble and Bisonettes Dance Team will perform, and food will be provided. In the event of inclement weather, the celebration will be held inside Hildreth-Mirza Hall.