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Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton Campus
Sankofa African American Museum on Wheels Learn about the history of the contributions made by African Americans in the United States by taking a historical tour through an oral history, spoken word, displays, and pictures. Contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs at (561) 297-3959.
Black Student Union Soul Food Sunday Dinner Come and celebrate Black History Month with the members of the Black Student Union (BSU) and enjoy soul food. Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com.
Still I see no change Progressive Black men will host a panel discussion based on intelligent banter. Contact any executive board member from Progressive Black men at imann1@fau.edu.
The History of Black Hair Show The Black Student Union (BSU) will introduce the history of African American hair to the students of FAU. Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com.
Top Flight Study Night Top Flight Study Night will be an opportunity for students to start the semester off with good study habits, as well as see who may be taking similar classes across campus. Contact any executive board member from Progressive Black Men at imann1@fau.edu.
Black History Month Opening Ceremony Kick-Off Join the festivities as we launch the Black History Mont activities. Feast on soul food and meet several student organizations. Entertainment will be provided by the Venus Rising Women’s Drum & Dance Ensemble. Contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs at (561) 297-2959.
Queen Appreciation This event is a chance for the women of FAU to be treated to free manicures/pedicures and chair massages, as well as performances by the men. Contact any executive member from Progressive Black Men at imann1@fau.edu.
Black-a-demics Come join BSU and Phi Beta Sigma and learn about Black History by playing “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.” Contact any executive member from Black Student Union or member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity at shkiadennis@gmail.com.
Black HIV Awareness Day At some point in their lifetimes, 1 in 16 Black men will be diagnosed with HIV, as will 1 in 32 Black women. Stop by our table in the Breezeway from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. to learn more about HIV and how to be safe. In SS room 222, we will have free HIV testing from 9 a.m.to 2 p.m.
Movie Night: ‘School Daze’ BSU will host the movie, “School Daze” about fraternity and sorority members clashing with other students at a historically black college. For more information, email ashkiadennis@gmail.com .
KK’s Valentine Konbit Kreyol will be hosting a Valentine’s Day special with different activities and games. Contact any executive board member from Konbit Kreyol (KK) at konbitkreyol@gmail.com.
Revival of Renaissance BSU will host an arts extravaganza for students to enjoy. 1920’s dance, poetry, singing and a jazz band. Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com.
Mis-Education of the Negro Contact any executive board member from the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) atNcnwfau1935@gmail.com
Come and enjoy a lecture by Scot Brown, Associate Professor of History at the University of California-Los Angeles and the current Visiting Scholar at the James Weldon Institute at Emory University. Contact 561-297-2928 or email headley@fau.edu or dwhite41@fau.edu
Civil Rights Stories Join Multicultural Programming as they conclude Black History Month with a lecture about Civil Rights – past, present, and future; and its relevancy to students on campus. Contact Tahia Zannat at faump@fau.edu for more information.
State of the Black Student Union BSU will host a forum discussing the state of the Black Union. Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com.
Black Honors Expo Acknowledging African American who have made achievements in American, and students that have shown leadership in service on campus. Contact any executive board member from the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) at Ncnwfau1935@gmail.com.
African Dance Class BSU will be teaching students African movement and style through dance. Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com .
Sierra Leone Presentation – Women’s Issues in Africa Join us for an evening of stimulation, information, and friendship with Professor Josephine Beoku-Betts, Director of the Center for Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies and Fullbright Scholar to Sierra-Leone, as she talks about “Women’s Activism in Sierra Leone”. The cost is $45.00 which includes dinner, drinks and complimentary parking. Reservations are held by check and made payable to FAU Foundation-CWGSS (memo section). Checks should be mailed to Friedkin, 500 S.E. Mizner Blvd, Apt. 503A, Boca Raton, Fl 33432. Contact 561-750-4662
We Have a Dream Poetry Slam” BSU will host a poetry competition related to the theme “We Have a Dream.” Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com.
Black Girls Run Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com .
3rd Annual Stand Among Friend emb(race) our difference Come and join us as we emb(race) our difference with 10K,5K and 1 mile family walk. Whether you run, walk, stroll, roll, use a wheelchair or handcycle, everyone can participate. Contact 561-297-4402 or www.standamongfriends.org/embrace
Raisin in the Sun BSU will host the play “A Raisin in the Sun.” Student actors will perform the scenes from the play. Contact any executive board member from Black Student Union (BSU) at shkiadennis@gmail.com .
The Attempt to Reconstruct Democracy in America: Black Anti-Imperialism and W.E.B. Du Bois’ Black Reconstruction Lecture by Paul Oritz, Associate Professor of History at the University of Florida. Contact 561-297-2928 or email headley@fau.edu or dwhite41@fau.edu
Love your Curves Fashion Show Hosted by the Office of Health & Wellness Education with the Peer Education Team and co-sponsored with Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority and Alpha Kappa Psi Professional Business Fraternity. Contact the Office of Health & Wellness Education/Student Government at 561-297-1048
Broward Campus
Black History Month Celebration: Jazz on the Breezeway Join us in the celebration of Black History on the Downtown/Ft. Lauderdale Campus with smooth jazz and cultural delights. Contac Student Involvement and Leadership, 954-236-1219
Black History Trivia Join your Broward Program Board for an exercise in Black History trivia. Refreshments will be served to all participants. Contact Student Involvement and Leadership, 954-236-1219
Black History Month Celebration: Jazz on the Way Join us in the celebration of Black History on the Davie Campus with smooth jazz and cultural delights. Contact Student Involvement and Leadership, 954-236-1219
Jupiter Campus
Black History Movie Discussion A movie about black history and discussion on the topics depicted in the movie. Contact the Feminist Student Union at hshaikh@fau.edu
Coffee House Poetry performance that will include tea and sweet treats for students. Contact Program Board at jupiterpb@gmail.com
From Property to President A one man show that will entertain and educate our students on black history. Contact Program Board at jupiterpb@gmail.com
ACM’s
February 28, from 4: p.m. to 6 p.m. Paintings and Drawings created to showcase Black History. Contact Sabrina Spanier at sspanier@fau.edu |
