This talk delves into the intricate construction of Blackness in eighteenth-century Brazil, with a particular focus on the perceptions of the multiplicity of African origins and its relation to body markings. It engages with a diverse array of social actors, ranging from Portuguese crown officials and traders to Africans and their descendants. These individuals provide valuable insights into the meanings ascribed to body adornments (scarification), which were often interpreted by colonists as indicative of one's homeland. 

Join our upcoming academic publishing workshop for essential insights into the publishing process. Learn about manuscript preparation and publication opportunities and identifying the right journals for publication. Discover how to navigate the publication process, from submission to potential outcomes (Accepted/R&R/Desk Rejection, etc), and typical timeframes. This workshop is open to all graduate students, but extra attention will be paid to publishing in English/Spanish, in US/Latin American academies, and in the fields of literature/cultural studies and film studies.

Join the Spanish and Portuguese Department for a weekly Portuguese language meet-up! All language levels are welcome and participants will have the opportunity to engage in informal conversation. New mousse desserts will also be provided every week. If it is raining, the event will be held at the Language Learning Center located in Newcomb Hall room 408. Please reach out to portuguese@tulane.edu if you have any questions.