As Black History Month approaches, the African American Studies program, the African American Caucus, the Black Alumni Advisory Council and a coalition of campus partners have put together a series of programs and activities to honor Black heritage and foster solution-focused dialogues about a range of social justice topics.
All are welcome to attend. Afterward, members of the campus community will give a brief presentation of their favorite or most influential Black historical figures. A full listing of events and programs scheduled to date are as follows:. President Koppell will lead a procession, along with campus police color guard escort, from Cole Hall to the flagpole by the Student Center.
Campus members join the procession along the way. Following the ceremony, including the reading of a proclamation, singing of the Black national anthem and flag raising, all will proceed to the Student Center Ballrooms to continue the opening day program. Key faculty and staff will discuss influential Black historical figures:.
Registration required Recognition Awards will be presented to:. Pay at door. Panelists: Mr. Ralph Hunter, Dr. Kate Temoney, and Dr. Leslie Wilson. A student-organized and produced night of uplifting and affirming art, music, spoken word, and movement celebrating the cultures of the different black cultures around the world.
Art gallery exhibition p. Performance p. Throughout the month, highlights of Black Historical Figures will be distributed daily via the campus-wide email list.
