African Studies Program

Day in Africa

An annual event for Wisconsin high school students

This year’s DAY IN AFRICA event scheduled for April 28, 2020 has been CANCELLED.

We are currently adjusting to prepare for the Fall Day in Africa event scheduled for October 20, 2020 (Tue). Please send your questions and concerns about this Fall event to outreach@africa.wisc.edu. 

Thank you!!

DAY IN AFRICA welcomes high school juniors and seniors from across Wisconsin to explore the languages and cultures of Africa in a variety of sessions led by UW-Madison faculty, students, and staff.

DAY IN AFRICA 2020 will feature a variety of interactive sessions, encouraging students to have fun as they expand their knowledge of the arts, music, and culture of many parts of the African continent.

REGISTRATION: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM

WELCOME: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM

SESSION I: 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM

BREAK & SNACK: 10:45 – 11:05

SESSION II: 11:05 – 11:45

CLOSING: 11:50 – 12:30

Registration for the Fall Day in Africa event on October 20, 2020 (Tue) will open during the summer months. We will alert teachers and participants about the registration process once it is open.

Please send us an email [outreach@africa.wisc.edu] if you have questions on the registration process and about the Day in Africa program. Please also let us know if you wish to be included on our African Studies Program Outreach email list to learn about future events and other outreach opportunities.

Participation in DAY IN AFRICA is free to registered school groups. A limited amount of financial support may be available to schools outside Madison to help defray transportation costs. Contact the Outreach Coordinator for details.

The Day in Africa event for April 28, 2020 has been cancelled. Please contact us (outreach@africa.wisc.edu) if you would like to participate or volunteer in the Fall Day in Africa event scheduled for October 20, 2020.

PAST DAY IN AFRICA PROGRAMS