Francophone Lecture: Léopold Sédar Senghor - Philosopher of African Art

Francophone Lecture: 7pm Léopold Sédar Senghor: Philosopher of African Art Léopold Sédar Senghor was one of the greatest French-language poets of his time and a co-creator of the concept of Negritude, defined as a literary and artistic expression of the African experience. Souleymane Bachir Diagne, Professor of Philosophy and Religion at Northwestern University who is currently writing a book about Senghor, will discuss the Senegalese poet and statesman. Click here for details.

Tinker Auditorium 55 East 59th Street In French Followed by a Q&A and reception Members $8 Students $8 Non-Members $12 Ticketmaster.com or 212 307 4100