A Different World Thursdays

A Different World Thursdays

In conjunction with The Wright Conversations: Julie Dash

Hillman College is back in session. Join us each Thursday evening for a community screening of the new Netflix series A Different World, a sequel to the classic sitcom that first aired on NBC in 1987. The new season has 10 episodes and centers on Deborah Wayne, the daughter of original characters Dwayne Wayne and Whitley Gilbert. It premiered on Netflix on September 24, 2026.

Each week, we will watch portions of two episodes together, then take a few minutes for conversation about how the series carries the original’s legacy forward, from its humor and HBCU pride to its portrayal of Black college life, identity, and ambition.

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Schedule:

• Doors: 6:00 to 8:00 PM
• Please arrive by 5:30 PM to check in and get seated
• Screening: 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The series starts promptly at 6:00 PM
• Talk-back and Q&A: 7:00 to 7:15 PM, immediately following the screening

Rating and parental notice: A Different World is rated TV-14. Some content may be unsuitable for children under 14. 

Parental disclaimer: Parents and guardians are strongly urged to use discretion and to consider whether the series is appropriate for the children in their care. Parental guidance is suggested for viewers under 14.