*** Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances this event has been rescheduled to Thursday, October 30th from Oct. 16th. We look forward to seeing you on the new date October 30, 5-7 PM in the MCC Theater and Lounge ***
Join us as Dr. Sabrina Strings argues that the rise of “situationships” isn’t accidental, but a powerful entry point into understanding how racism, sexism, and modern dating culture disintegrate our capacity for connection and intimacy.
In a world of dating apps, ghosting, and the so-called situationship, many—especially women and marginalized folks—are left questioning whether real love is still possible. In her groundbreaking book, The End of Love: Racism, Sexism and the Death of Romance, Dr. Strings reveals how the withholding of love has become a tool of control shaped by history and culture.
Don’t miss this urgent conversation with Dr. Strings on love, power, and the possibility of liberation.
Guest Bio: Sabrina Strings, Ph.D., is Professor and North Hall Chair of Black Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She was a recipient of the UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellowship with a joint appointment in the School of Public Health and Department of Sociology. Sabrina is also an award-winning author with publications in diverse venues. Her first book, Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia (NYU Press 2019), was named one of Essence magazine’s "10 Books We're Dying To Toss Into Our Summer Totes." It also made “must read” lists in Ms. Magazine, Colorlines, and Bitchmedia, and has been featured on NPR, KPFA and WNYC. Her latest book The End of Love: Racism, Sexism, and the Death of Romance was released by Beacon Press (Jan 2024), and has been featured in Ms. Magazine, The Atlantic, NPR, and the hit show Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness.
Department of Feminist Studies, Black Studies Department, RCSGD, Queer & Trans Student Union, Black Student Union
