@ruthsie.bsky.social
Writer. Educator. Performer. Music. Africa and African Diaspora. Gender. Fashion. Columbia University
Just a day β€οΈ
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Birthdays β€οΈ
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Morning ritual βπ₯βπΎοΈβ£οΈ
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I just saw the First Pan-African Cultural Festival (1969). All I could think about was, how our leaders donβt understand our history and the importance of preserving our culture. But I am inspired. I have many things to say, to write, and to share. So help me God!
10.05.2025 21:52 β π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Today, I am celebrating Professor Oyeronke Oyewumi for her intellectual contributions to the study of women and gender in Africa.
It feels bittersweet to hear about her retirement from academia. I am excited to see the amazing things she will do next.
Thank you, Professor Oyeronke Oyewumi!
Ugh..
22.03.2025 01:41 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
I thought I escaped the cold weather in New York, but Los Angeles didnβt have much sun either. LA folks say it isnβt normal. Most are, however, grateful for the rain due to the wildfires. I am grateful for the brilliance of the folks who gathered.
#selfie
A note from my neighbor, whom I have not met, gives me hope for humanity. Today, I am reading Dream Count and praying for everyone and everything connected to me and you π«ΆπΎβ€οΈβ¨
10.03.2025 01:34 β π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
Fly high songstress! Thank you, for everything! #RIPRobertaFlack
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#BeyonΔe shocked. #grammys
03.02.2025 02:08 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0This year's #grammys is so special π«ΆπΎ. Praying for #California β£οΈ
03.02.2025 01:16 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0The world is exhausting π
26.01.2025 03:28 β π 3 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Take care of yourself β€οΈ
20.01.2025 20:19 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0I can't even imagine what folks are going through in California. My prayers are with you π
#California
So glad that one of my former professors, a prolific writer found me worthy of endorsing his book, The Funk Movement: Music, Culture, and Politics.
A compelling read!
#funk #books #read
Praying for #California ππΏ
09.01.2025 04:02 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Happy New Year β£οΈ
01.01.2025 04:35 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0
π£ Releasing the program for the Onwenu event next week at Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile during the African Studies Association conference. Join us for music, reflections, and food! β€
Sorry, friends. No live stream, but I may share some video clips later!
π A heartfelt THANK YOU to these phenomenal ladies for joining us in honoring our beloved Onyeka Onwenu. πΉπ
π We hope you can make it!
πΆβ€οΈ See you in Chicago! #TributeToOnyekaOnwenu #CelebratingAnIcon #UnforgettableNight πΆ πβ¨
Absolutely amazed watching these students interprete African danceπΎ
25.11.2024 14:34 β π 2 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Constantly reminding myself that I deserve the same kindness I give to others. Resting, recharging, and celebrating small wins today and always πβ¨ #SelfLove
#BeKindToYourSelf #SelfCare ππΏ
Luck you!
22.11.2024 05:20 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0Kinda #happy that the #semester is ending. This has been a great semester in many ways. #gratitude
19.11.2024 20:49 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 1 π 0
Very happy to be at #nwsa at this time. #Detroit
17.11.2024 16:39 β π 1 π 0 π¬ 0 π 0#Detroit #Michigan #downtown
16.11.2024 11:09 β π 3 π 1 π¬ 0 π 0Hope for a better world πΎ
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