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From Uche to Ako na Uche: A Framework for Growth, Reasoning, and Wisdom in Igbo Thought

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Ogochukwu Egbe

Mindset, critical thinking, knowledge, and wisdom function as interconnected dimensions of human development central to Igbo intellectual traditions. In Igbo thought, mindset (uche) shapes how individuals interpret experience and pursue personal and communal growth, while critical thinking is reinforced through dialogic reasoning, proverb-based reflection, and communal deliberation. Knowledge (amamihe) gained …

Igbo Music and the Algorithmic Turn: Social Media, Cultural Authority, Diaspora, and Digital Media

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Ugochukwu Emmanuel Azumma

Igbo music, as a vital medium of cultural expression and identity, has experienced significant transformation in the digital age. Traditionally guided by community values, elders, and indigenous institutions, Igbo music served as a tool for storytelling, moral instruction, and social cohesion. However, the rise of social media and algorithm-driven digital …

Artificial Intelligence Meets Igbo Ingenuity: Using Technology to Preserve Indigenous Knowledge Systems

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Joy Nkiruka Okeke, Nkeonyere Sylvia Chukwudi

From time immemorial, the Igbo have been known for their incessant quest for a better life. They stop at nothing to live a fulfilled life. Their creativity has led them to think independently and find innovative solutions to their problems, and they strive to succeed even in difficult situations. Not …

Bells, Blacksmiths and Igbo-Ukwu: 50 years tracking Igbo Artistic Traditions

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Nancy Neaher Maas

This presentation gives a glimpse into a personal adventure pursuing the history of Igbo artisanry, especially that of metalsmithing. Beginning as a graduate student at Stanford University, where no official program in African art existed at that time, I became aware of a treasure trove of bronzes accidentally found in …

Language as an Instrument for Building a Sustainable and Resilient Future Among the Igbo

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Patience Nonye Edeoga

Every society needs resilience to build a sustainable future. Many people lack the resilience to face challenges. This has led to the moral breakdown in the present age, especially among the youth. The contemporary soft life and get-rich-quick ideology pose a massive challenge to the world at large and to …

The Loom of Continuity: Weaving Igbo Heritage into Eco-Resilient Futures

Conference: The 23rd Annual International Conference of the Igbo Studies Association (ISA) (2026)

Presenter(s): Calista Oduchukwu Nwosu

This study explores the substantial capabilities inherent in the traditional textiles of the Igbo culture. This examines the potential of the Akwete fabric from the Ndoki tribe and the Ukara with Nsibidi symbols from the Ekpe society. It not only possesses aesthetic qualities but also incorporates sustainable practices that serve …

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