Interview with Prof. Nandi Odhiambo (English)
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2024-10-23
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University of Hawaiʻi - West Oʻahu
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This interview, conducted by students in Professor Kim Compoc’s Fall 2024 Humanities 300 course at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu, features Professor Nandi Odhiambo, a novelist and professor in the Humanities Division. The discussion explores Professor Odhiambo’s literary influences, his approach to writing, and his forthcoming novel, Amapiano Eyes, set for release in Spring 2026. He reflects on the impact of James Baldwin on his writing, the significance of African and Hawaiian cultural identity, and the role of storytelling in addressing historical injustices. The interview also covers his thoughts on book bans, African American and Hawaiian struggles for equality, and the importance of mentorship for students.
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