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DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 4 | 11:30 a.m. to 01:30 p.m. | Main Campus
 \, The Great Hall (S2-19)\nProgram: 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
 \n\n\n\n\nLunch: 12 to 1:30 p.m. Staff and volunteers will release tables 
 for the buffet to help keep the food line moving smoothly.\n\n\nCelebrate 
 Black History Month with us as we explore the transformative journey of Bl
 ack music in America. This interactive event traces the evolution from spi
 rituals and the blues to jazz\, soul and hip-hop—highlighting how Black mu
 sicians have used their art as a force for survival\, resistance\, innovat
 ion and joy. Keynote speaker Dr. Walter E. Copeland\, a professor in the D
 ivision of Business and Technology\, will feature a multimedia presentatio
 n that honors Philadelphia's significant contributions to Black music hist
 ory\, including The Sound of Philadelphia\, The Roots\, Patti LaBelle\, an
 d today's emerging artists. Students\, faculty and staff will engage in gu
 ided reflection and group discussions exploring music's role in social mov
 ements\, cultural identity\, and personal expression. Whether you're a mus
 ic lover\, history buff\, or simply curious\, this event invites you to se
 e yourself in the story of America's most influential musical tradition. T
 he complimentary luncheon will feature chicken stew with African seasoning
 s\, jollof rice\, fried catfish\, and sweet potato pie!\n\n\nDr. Walter E.
  Copeland II focuses his work on leadership\, education\, and public healt
 h\, with an emphasis on equity\, access\, and community empowerment. As an
  educator and public health advocate\, Dr. Copeland examines how culture\,
  storytelling and lived experience shape identity\, resilience and social 
 change. In the classroom and beyond\, he elevates voice\, representation\,
  and critical perspective\, particularly within historically marginalized 
 communities\, as foundations for wellness\, leadership\, and long-term emp
 owerment. He is committed to fostering spaces where students and community
  members can reflect\, learn\, and engage in meaningful dialogue that conn
 ects history to present-day realities.
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Luncheon and Keynote “Our Song\, Our Story: Bla
 ck Music in America”
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 cheon-and-keynote-%E2%80%9Cour-song-our-story-black-music-america%E2%80%9D
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