Speakers, performances and cultural food favorites will be center stage at “Celebration of Excellence in Black History,” scheduled for February 24, 2:30-4:30 pm, Langsam Library 462.
Free and open to all, included in the program will be:
- Intro, History of Black History Month: Dr. Karen Cudjoe
- Poetry: Nick Wantsala
- Journal reflection Prompt “What is your Dream?”: Don Jason
- Inventor’s Skit: Soul Consciousness Theatre Troop
- Poetry from a local poetry artist: Black Budda’ Fly
- Journal reflection opportunity (students will work on their diversity journals in response to the prompt)
- Panel, highlights from student groups. (Group information session)
“Celebration of Excellence in Black History” is supported by a grant from the Provost’s Office to promote and celebrate diversity throughout the university community. Entitled “Bridges to Diversity and Inclusion” this initiative provides a school year filled with events, programs and exhibits designed to celebrate diversity on the UC campus and beyond.