A Different World
Season 5 Episode 11 - Mammy Dearest
Dwayne seeks a friendship with Whitley, but she doesn't feel like hearing him out. She throws herself into organizing her dorm's official dedication ceremony. Kim and others object when she includes images of ""mammies"" (black nursemaids in the past, particularly during times of slavery) with the art exhibit. Whitley, Freddie and Mr. Gaines insist that it is important to remember these women's role in history. Kim wants no part of the display and announces that she will not participate in the ceremony. She tearfully confides in Mr. Gaines about a traumatic incident from her childhood. Whitley recommends that Lena learn more about her heritage by reading slave journals and other information at the Gilbert Library. Lena's research uncovers the fact that Whitley's family owned slaves. Whitley is shocked and overcome with guilt. Mr. Gaines advises her to let it go, as she cannot change the past. Kim, Freddie, Lena and Gina organize a performance art piece about the evolution of the African
Episodes in Season 5
We've Only Just Begun
30 min
The Dwayne Mutiny
30 min
Home Is Where the Fire Is
30 min
Almost Working Girl
30 min
In the Eye of the Storm
30 min
Rule Number One
30 min
Baby, I'm a Star
30 min
Liza Who-Little
30 min
To Tell the Truth
30 min
Do You Take This Woman?
30 min
Mammy Dearest
30 min
Twelve Steps of Christmas
30 min
Just Another Four-Letter Word
30 min
Cats in the Cradle
30 min
Prisoner of Love
30 min
Bedroom at the Top
30 min
May the Best Man Win
30 min
Kiss You Back
30 min
Conflict of Interest
30 min
Sellmates
30 min
Do the Write Thing
30 min
Love Taps
30 min
Special Delivery
30 min
Save the Best for Last (1)
30 min
Save the Best for Last (2)
30 min
