Community Event

Community Forum: Knowing & Exercising Your Rights

February
Thu 19

A Black History Month event. Hear community leaders discuss current civil rights hot topics. Add your voice to a meaningful dialogue on voting, civic engagement and more. Refreshments will be provided.

Civil War Soldiers of Color, Union Versus Confederate

February
Thu 19

A Black History Month event. Explore the similarities and differences of negro soldiers on both sides of the battle. Topics will include why the soldiers may have chosen to fight, the symbolism of the flags and the truth about the Emancipation Proclamation. Open to the public/community.

West African Dance Class

February
Thu 19

A Black History Month event. The African Dance and Drum Company, Troupe Da Da, will host a West African dance class. Open to the public/community.

How Do I Find My Roots?

February
Thu 19

A Black History Month event. Are you curious about your family’s history? Join us for a presentation of the African American Historical Genealogy Society. Open to the public/community.

African American Heritage Mix and Mingle

February
Thu 19

Please join your colleagues and students at the African-American Networking Mix and Mingle Open Mic on Thursday, Feb. 19, from 3 – 4 p.m. in the Winnet Building, Great Hall, Room S2-19. The emcee will be Darlene Monts of the Spoken Word Poetry Club. This event is sponsored by the Student Leadership and Involvement Center, The Spoken Word Club and the President's Diversity Council. Light refreshments will be served.

African Dance Performance

February
Wed 18

A Black History Month event. Enjoy a performance by the world-renowned Kulu Mele African Dance and Drum Ensemble. Open to the public/community.

The Journey of the Drum: From African Traditional to African American Hip Hop

February
Wed 18

A Black History Month event. Start with a discussion on the history of drum, then enjoy an interactive drum demonstration in the traditional "Drum Circle" and "Shedding." Open to the public/community.

Movie Night: “Dear White People”

February
Wed 18

A Black History Month event. Join the Student Programming Board for a viewing of the film "Dear White People,” a film about African-American students attending an Ivy League college facing cultural conflict.

Chat and Chew: Beautiful in America

February
Thu 12

A Black History Month event. This interactive discussion will focus on the perceptions and standards of beauty that exist in American culture. Refreshments will be provided.

Community Bus

February
Thu 12

A Black History Month event. Join us as we recognize the heritage, accomplishments and culture of African Americans in the United States. The Student Programming Board will play Blues music and present an interactive timeline of various historical events.

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