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The '''Institute of African Studies''' is one of several [[SIPA]]-affiliated regional studies centers. It was founded in [[1959]]. After a controversial closing over the summer of [[2006]], it reopened in July [[2007]].<ref>[http://www.columbiaspectator.com/?q=node/21952 Spectator - Suspension of African Institute Draws Fire]</ref>

Formerly led by anthropologist and political scientist [[Mahmood Mamdani]], who retired to teaching, it is being directed, as of September [[2007]], by West African historian [[Mamadou Diouf]].

It is home to the African Studies Library, which is the country’s tenth largest African studies library and learning resource center.

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==External links==
*[http://sipa.columbia.edu/REGIONAL/IAS/index.html Institute of African Studies]

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