Black History Month
BHM Kick-Off
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Painting with a TwistTuesday, February 7 We are hosting Painting with a Twist celebrating Black History Month. Student Registration is required on Alamo Experience (30 slots available). |
Poet: Reggie Scott YoungMonday, February 13 Join our Black History Month event to hear poetry from Reggie Scott Young. *Food available while supplies last Speaker Bio Reggie Scott Young is a poet, writer, and scholar published in leading creative and academic magazines and journals. He is the author of the poetry volume Yardbirds Squawking at the Moon and compiled and edited two books on Louisiana author Ernest J. Gaines. He has served as a Professor of Creative Writing and American literature at the University of Louisiana, Wheaton College, and LSU. A member of the Macondo and Under the Volcano Workshops, Young is a 2022-23 recipient of an Individual Artist Grant from the City of San Antonio’s Department of Arts and Culture. He now lives near Mission Concepción in San Antonio. |
Black History Month Trivia with Gus Davis – Professional Game Show HostTuesday, February 21 Think you know your Black History Month Trivia? Test your skills with Gus Davis, a professional game show host. Real cash prizes will be up for grabs! *Food available while supplies last |
Panel: Celebrating Black Excellence in STEMThursday, February 23 Join us for a special event to celebrate Black Excellence in STEM! We are thrilled to present a STEM speaker panel featuring two extraordinary individuals: Dr. Frank Royal, the Senior Advisor to the President for Affiliations and VP of Special Projects at Meharry Medical College, and Dr. Roselyn Hicks, a Health Advocacy Consultant Physician at Morehouse School of Medicine. This panel will explore the fantastic contributions and achievements of Black scientists and how we can continue to foster diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. Come and be inspired by these two inspiring individuals’ stories and career experiences. Together, we can make a difference and open pathways for all to pursue their passions in STEM. *Food available while supplies last |
BHM Committee, PAC Speech, and Undefeated Speaker present: RESOLUTEThursday, February 23 Join us for a powerful night of storytelling, spoken word, and singing from students inspired by African American heroes. |
BHM Committee and LISTO present: All We Do Is Step, Stroll, Hop?! What is a Black Greek?Monday, February 27 Join us in welcoming Rasheed Ali Cromwell of The Harbor Institute for "All We Do is Step, Stroll & Hop?! TM" – an interactive and engaging presentation that ultimately answers the question: “What is a Black Greek-Letter Organization (BGLO)?” There will be raffle giveaways and food while supplies last! |
Poet: Clemonce HeardTuesday, February 28 Join us as Clemonce Heard reads from his latest poetry collection, Tragic City. Register to attend |
Exhibit: A Place for All PeopleFebruary 1–28 The Ozuna Library will host a poster exhibit titled A Place for All People from the Smithsonian National Museum of African American Culture and History. This poster exhibit highlights several of the museum’s inaugural exhibitions. The exhibit will be on display February 1-28, during the Ozuna Library’s hours of operation. For more information, visit the library exhibit guide. |
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ALL VIRTUAL BHM EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. |
For information, please contact Student Life. Phone: (210) 486-3130 |
Sponsored by the Student Activities Fee and the Working Writers Series. |