WHO: Camille Charles, director of the Center for Africana Studies and professor of sociology at the University of Pennsylvania

WHAT: Book Talk

WHERE: Penn Bookstore, 3601 Walnut St.

WHEN: 6:00–7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 9

In “Taming the River: Negotiating the Academic, Financial, and Social Currents in Selective Colleges and Universities” Dr. Charles discusses the academic and social dynamics of different ethnic groups during the first two years of college. The book, a powerful look at how educational policies unfold in America's universities, sheds light on the social and racial factors influencing student success.

The event, which is free and open to the public, is presented as part of the Penn Center for Africana Studies 2010 Spring Event Series.