Clinton Community College Hosts Presentation on Sojourner Truth

Join us at Clinton Community College (CCC) for an engaging talk by Constance Mandeville on the life and impact of Sojourner Truth. The event is happening Wednesday, April 9, at 12 PM in the Moore 2nd floor atrium and is free and open to students, staff, faculty, and the community.

Constance Mandeville is a public historian and North Country community activist with a passion for history and social justice. A Phi Beta Kappa scholar from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, she went on to study at the University of South Carolina, focusing on gender and LGBTQIA+ history. She also serves on the boards of the North Country Underground Railroad Historical Association and the Clinton Essex Franklin Library System and is Chief of Staff for Assemblyman Jones.

Constance Mandeville

Mandeville will share stories about Sojourner Truth, a powerful advocate for abolition, women’s rights, and social justice. From her famous “Ain’t I a Woman?” speech to her fight for equality, Truth’s legacy continues to inspire today.

Sojourner Truth

This event is sponsored by CCC’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and Cultural Affairs Committee. Come be part of the conversation and learn about one of history’s most influential voices!

For more information, please contact Kelsey Hulbert at Kelsey.hulbert@clinton.edu.

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