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For many centuries, cotton picking was a significant piece of the black experience in America, especially in the American south. However, few fully understand that blacks contributed significantly to Arizona's cotton picking industry. Geta LeSeur, professor of Africana studies at The University of Arizona, completed an extensive study of the experiences of Arizona's black cotton pickers in "Not All Okies Are White: The Lives of Black Cotton Pickers in Arizona."

LeSeur will lead a field trip to Arizona's cotton fields in Randolph, helping participants engage with this piece of the black American identity.

Registration is required to particpate. Contact African American Student Affairs at aasamlk@email.arizona.edu or 621-3419.

Sponsored by: African American Student Affairs Faculty Fellow