Kwanzaa & University Libraries

As we honor the annual celebration of Kwanzaa which embraces the importance of African American and Pan-African family, community, and culture will be observed from December 26th to January 1st. This commemoration includes a uniting of the Neguzo Saba (Seven Principles) of Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith) through interpretative dance, music, poetry, and storytelling among other expressions of tribute.

More information on the meaning of Kwanzaa can be found here.

The following list of book titles will provide researchers with a deeper knowledge of this commemoration and its legacy = Seton Hall University Libraries – Kwanzaa Resources

Heri za Kwanzaa!

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