Black History Month Celebration
Black History Month Celebration is the celebration of the history, culture, traditions and contributions of African Americans. The celebration is recognized every February.
Black History Celebration: Changing the Narrative of Black Men in Higher Education
Thursday, February 3, 2022
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Held virtually
A panel discussion on the experiences of Black Men in Higher Education with particular focus on representation, support, and retention.
INT 100/201 approved
Black History Celebration: Talk Back Tuesday: The Invisibility of Black Women
Tuesday, February 8, 2022
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Held virtually via FB Live https://www.facebook.com/gvsucwge
A presentation that discusses disparities in missing Black women. Collaboration with Center for Women and Gender Equity.
INT 100/201 approved
Black History Celebration: Conversations of Color
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Held virtually
Critical Race Theory, What is it?
The Implications of Eliminating it vs The Benefits of Keeping It.
INT 100/201 approved
Black History Celebration: Don't Box Me In
Monday, February 21, 2022
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Held virtually
This presentation will explore how multi-racial and bi-racial individuals are often marginalized, isolated, alienated, and made to choose one race instead of inherently placing value on both or all of their rich races in many spaces.
INT 100/201 approved
Black History Celebration: Department of Music, Theatre and Dance Presents
12 pieces from Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's 24 Negro Melodies, Op. 59 recital
Friday, February 25, 2022
7:30 p.m.
Held virtually via www.gvsu.edu/mtd/livestream
Visit the departments website for additional programs at www.gvsu.edu/mtd.
Events are free and open to the public. For information on parking or for individuals requiring special accommodations, please contact the Office of Multicultural Affairs at (616) 331-2177. You may also visit our website at www.gvsu.edu/oma or email us at [email protected].
Previous Events
Black History Month Contact
Phillip Todd
Office of Multicultural Affairs
Grand Valley State University
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 331-2177