Celebrate the richness of African American history and culture with us this February during our annual Black History Month festivities. Join us for a month-long journey filled with camaraderie, history, music, captivating literature, food and the joyous spirit of honoring traditions. Let's come together to embrace the legacy and contributions of the African American community. This year's theme: Beating the Odds and Reaching Our Destiny. Stop by our Black History Month Reading Resource Room for some recommended reads.

Tuesday, February 4

Black History Month Opening Luncheon with Keynote Speaker and Alum Aminata Sy | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Winnet Building, Great Hall, Room S2-19

Open to students, faculty and staff—let's share a meal on Main Campus in honor of Black History Month! The luncheon will feature a discussion with Aminata Sy, CCP alum, American diplomat and author of Destined: A Story of Resilience and Beating the Odds. Hear about Aminata's remarkable journey of resilience and transformation as she encourages you to discover the power within yourself to overcome challenges and create a life full of possibilities. Stay for the book raffle for your chance to win a free copy of the book!

Wednesday, February 5

Black History Month Kickoff: Raising the Flag for Black History Month | 11 a.m. | Bonnell Circle

Dive into the festivities with our Pan-African flag giveaways; cupcakes with red, black, and green icing; and a whole lot more!

Northeast Regional Center Black History Month Trivia | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | 1st Floor Lobby

Sharpen your wits and compete for exciting prizes in our Black History Month trivia game. Snacks will be served.

Tuesday, February 11

Let's Talk About It Tuesday!

Know your history or someone will tell it for you. Join Dr. Anyabwile Love for enriching Black Studies lectures. All are welcome and snacks will be served.

• 9:40 to 11:10 a.m. | Global Black Theory and Social Change | Mint Building,  Room M3-03B
• 11:20 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. | African American History to 1877 | West Building, Room W2-30

Thursday, February 13

Black Studies Professional Development Institute for Faculty | 1 p.m. | Room S1-12

Join us for a session to learn more about the Black Studies program. Students can still register for two Black Studies courses this spring: BLAS 250C: Special Topics in Black Studies - Contemporary Cinema and BLAS 290: Community Engagement and Civic Leadership.

Happy Akoma Day! A Cultural Alternative to Valentine's Day and Valentine's Day Celebration | 1 to 5 p.m. | Winnet Lobby

Nya Akoma (pronounced N yah Ah coma) is the greeting for Akoma Day, also known as Black Love Day, which means get a heart, be patient, return to love. Black Love Day was founded by Ms. Ayo Handy-Kendy, affectionately known as Mama Ayo, in 1993. In 2001, Montsho and Nwasha Edu expanded on the original tenets and purpose to become an international cultural holiday rooted in African spirituality. Akoma Day is a cultural and spiritual alternative to Valentine's Day. The focus of Akoma Day is the intimate relationship and how that relationship creates family, neighborhood, community and nationhoods. Stop by for a chocolate bar to celebrate with lots of sweetness. Brought to you by the Lions in Motion Dance Team, Spring Fling Planning Committee and the All-Black Student Alliance. All students welcome!

Tuesday, February 18

Let's Talk About It Tuesday!

Know your history or someone will tell it for you. Join Dr. Anyabwile Love for enriching Black Studies lectures. All are welcome and snacks will be served.

• 9:40 to 11:10 a.m. | Global Black Theory and Social Change | Mint Building,  Room M3-03B

President's Fireside Chat in Celebration of Black History Month | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Winnet Lobby

The President's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council is hosting the President's Fireside Chat in celebration of Black History Month. The topic is "diversity, equity and inclusion: yesterday, today and tomorrow." We welcome you to join us for an informative and thoughtful conversation about the historical roots of DEI and how the College will move forward while maintaining its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Feel free to bring a colleague, a student or a class. Lunch will be served.

All-Black Student Alliance Kickoff Meeting | 12 to 2 p.m. | Winnet Lobby

The All-Black Student Alliance club is a team of students that work alongside the All-Black Faculty/ Staff Alliance and the Black Studies Department as receptive, grounded and compassionate young leaders dedicated to unifying every Black student on campus whether they are born in Africa, the Caribbean or the United States as a part of the African Diaspora. This team works tirelessly to strengthen the integrity, rights, morality, ingenuity, history, and liberty of every Black student on campus.

Wednesday, February 19

Career and Advanced Technology Center Black History Month Trivia | 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Room 341

Sharpen your wits and compete for exciting prizes in our Black History Month trivia game. Snacks will be served.

Thursday, February 20

A Conversation about Life and the Legacy of Malcolm X | 12 to 2 p.m. | Winnet Lobby

Join us for a discussion about the life and legacy of Malcom X.

Tuesday, February 25

Let's Talk About It Tuesday!

Know your history or someone will tell it for you. Join Dr. Anyabwile Love for enriching Black Studies lectures. All are welcome and snacks will be served.

• 9:40 to 11:10 a.m. | Global Black Theory and Social Change | Mint Building,  Room M3-03B
• 11:20 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. | African American History to 1877 | West Building, Room W2-30

Black History "Did You Know?" Display and Movies | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Winnet Lobby

Explore history through our display of "Did You Know?" posters throughout the Winnet Lobby featuring historical facts and figures. Black history movies will be projected on the screen and played throughout the day.