Throughout Black History Month, California, Clarion and Edinboro universities will host a series of events honoring the unique legacies, accomplishments and struggles of African Americans everywhere.

The monthlong celebration will open at 5 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 31, with a virtual discussion featuring POC artists Danielle and Roland Slade and civic leader Autumn Parker. Part of Edinboros ongoing Diversity Dialogues series which tackles converging issues surrounding race, politics and economics the public talk will be livestreamed on Edinboros YouTube channel.

About the participants:

The Slades' collaborative artwork, "Texture Evolution," is on display as a part of the LINE show at Edinboro's Bruce Gallery in Doucette Hall through Feb. 4.

On Thursday, Feb. 3, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey will address The Story of Civic Engagement via Zoom from 5-6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Cal U, the lecture is open to students and employees at all three sister campuses.

Additional highlights include:

Our StoriesIllustrated Paint & ChipMonday, Feb. 7, from 6-9 p.m.Location: Cal U TBD: Carter Hall Multipurpose Room or the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Center

The event will feature local artist Jeff Jenkins. Pre-registration is required. Pre-registration is required. For more information, contact dei@calu.edu.

The Souls of Clayhatchee: A Southern TaleMonday, Feb. 14, at 6 p.m.Location: Online Zoom link

A virtual reading of the Anthony Todd Carlisle novel and discussion featuring author Dr. Anthony Carlisle, associate professor of Culture, Media and Performance at Cal U.

Professors of Color in the Ivory TowerWednesday, Feb. 16, at noonLocation: Online Zoom link

A virtual Red Table Talk Discussion facilitated by Dr. Michelle Torregano, associate professor and PreK graduate coordinator (Cal U). Faculty participants include Dr. Adrienne Dixon, assistant professor, Counseling, School Psychology and Special Education (Edinboro); Dr. Kevon Bruce, assistant professor, Counseling, School Psychology and Special Education (Edinboro); and Dr. Darla Timbo, assistant professor, Psychology (Cal U).

Akeem OlajThursday, Feb. 17, at 7:30 p.m.Location: Edinboro University Frank G. Pogue Student Centers Scot Cinema

Olaj is spoken-word artist whose poetry focuses on family dynamics, public health, politics, domestic violence and LGBTQ issues. The event is sponsored by Edinboro University Programming Board.

Harriet TubmanSunday, Feb. 20, at 3 p.m.3 p.m. - Screening of 2019 biographical film directed by Kasi Lemmons5 p.m. - Group discussion6 p.m. - Soul Food Sunday DinnerLocation: Clarion University Suites on Main North movie theater

The film screening, discussion and dinner are sponsored by Little Leaders of Clarion and the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Diversity Education.

The History of Soul Food: Lunch & LearnWednesday, Feb. 23, from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.Location: Cal U Goldrush

Attendees will learn about and sample soul food, a term used for ethnic cuisine traditionally prepared and eaten by African Americans in the Southern U.S. The event is sponsored by AVI Dining and Catering Services.

Have You Ever Seen the Crowd Goin Apesh*t?: Art, Pop Culture and Artistic Challenge to PowerWednesday, Feb. 23, from 6-7 p.m. Location: Online Zoom link coming soon

A Bruce Gallery screening of Beyonc and JayZs 2018 music video, Apeshit, (filmed inside the Louvre in Paris), followed by a panel discussion featuring Edinboro faculty members Dr. Rhonda Matthews (Political Science), Dr. Charlotte Wellman (Art History) and Lisa Austin (Studio Art and director of Bruce Gallery) and Dr. Ginger Jacobson, associate director of behavioral research at the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management.

Character Narratives: Creating a Black FilmWednesday, Feb. 23, at 7 p.m.Location: Clarion University Hart Chapel

Award-winning writer/film director Hezreel Robertson of Pittsburgh has written and produced several short films. His filming style hails from German expressionist and has been described as voyeuristic. Robertsons internationally recognized short film, Forlorning, has received seven Mokkho Film Festival selections and five festival awards. He is producing several short films and two feature films. The event is sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Diversity Education, Leadership Institute and NAACP.

Black History Month TriviaMonday, Feb. 28, at 7 p.m.Location: Edinboro University Frank G. Pogue Student Centers Multipurpose Room

The student trivia event is sponsored by Edinboro University Programming Board.

Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Dr. Joseph Laythe Awards CeremonyThursday, March 3, at 3 p.m.Location: Edinboro University Van Houten North Dining Hall

Black History Month Charity WalkFeb. 1 28

Cal U, Clarion and Edinboro students are asked to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by walking for a charity that is important to their story. To participate:

Prizes will be awarded to the top four students on each campus. Winners will be announced on March 3.

California, Clarion and Edinboro universities are proud to join the nation in celebrating the culture and rich traditions of our diverse communities. To learn more about Black History Month programming or the institutions diversity initiatives, contact Dr. Terrence Mitchell, vice president for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, or visit calu.edu, clarion.edu and edinboro.edu.

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Black History Month 2022 - Edinboro University