NSU to Host Panel Discussion on President Obama's Upcoming Trip to Ghana - Thursday, June 25

NSU’s panel discussion will discuss the significance of President Obama’s trip, presidential politics, as well as Ghana’s rich history and culture.

Doug Lyons, a senior editorial writer at the Sun-Sentinel, will moderate the panel, which will include:

Cyril Blavo, D.O., M.P.H., TM, professor of public health and pediatrics at NSU’s College of Osteopathic Medicine. A native of Ghana, Blavo is a leader in international health initiatives, with a focus on rural areas in Ghana.

Tim Dixon, J.D., M.A., professor of history and legal studies at NSU’s Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences. He is an expert in the field of American government and politics, foreign affairs and global issues.

Florence Shu-Acquaye, J.D., professor of law at NSU’s Shepard Broad Law Center. She is an expert in comparative and international business law and has co-authored a book on women and AIDS in Africa.

John Akiti, M.B.A., Ghana native and a vice president at Ocean Bank. He is actively involved in international commerce particularly involving Ghana.

Queenmother Nana Boatema, African-American community member who serves in a leadership capacity in a village in Ghana as Queenmother. She leads humanitarian initiatives in Africa, with a focus on Ghana and water resources.

Mark Davidheiser, Ph.D., assistant professor of conflict resolution and anthropology at NSU’s Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences. His teaching and research are in the areas of culture and conflict, Africa, Islam, multiculturalism, among others.