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"Step into the world of fashion through the ages in our immersive course, ""Timeless Threads: A Journey Through Historic Costuming."" Explore the evolution of clothing, from ancient civilizations to the modern era, and develop hands-on skills to create period-accurate costumes. Through a combination of engaging lectures, quizzes, tests, and a grand finale period fashion show, you'll gain a deep understanding of historical costuming and bring the past to life through your creations!! " Instructor: Roni Carrington (SAS) "Roni Carrington is a dedicated community leader and artist with over twelve years of experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as the Cultural Arts Director for the Floyd Family Center For Social Equity In Raleigh, North Carolina, Roni creates culturally relevant events and programming, hosts teach-ins, conferences, and fundraisers, and coordinates mutual aid programs to support the community. Roni's accomplishments include organizing fundraising Spoken Word events, hosting international virtual conferences, and facilitating town halls to foster dialogue between law enforcement and the community. She has also initiated a community food pantry with mutual aid services. Roni's dedication to youth enrichment is evident in her former role as Vice-President and Program Coordination at The Redmond-Willoughby Foundation, where she coordinated medical assistance and disaster assistance programs, delivered essential services, and mentored youth in life skills and literacy. Roni Carrington's multifaceted leadership extends to her involvement in various cultural and professional organizations, including NARO, Sigma Alpha Iota Alumnae Association, N'Cobra, Women's International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF-US), the National Black Caucus of the Green Party, the Southern Anti-Racism Network, and Black Feminist Future. Roni's passion for social equity and community empowerment continues to drive her to make a positive impact on the world. "
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