Black History Month 2012 comes to a conclusion
ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ celebrates the month with a variety of events, which are free and open to the public.
As Black History Month 2012 comes to a conclusion, ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ events include a re-enactment of Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech, a look at the history of the American Black Woman and a ball. Here are the details:
| February 24 | |
| “I Have a Dream” Re-enactment The ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Fine Arts Community/Residence Life and Student Housing presents a public re-enactment of on the steps and front lawn of Dallas Hall. Location: ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Main Quad Time: 7-11 p.m. |
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| February 27 | |
| Progression of the Black Woman Sisters Supporting Sisters presents a journey through the history of the American Black Woman through interactive performance art. Location: Hughes-Trigg Student ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, 1st Floor Time: 5-9 p.m. |
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| February 28 | |
| Excellence Ball The Association of Black Students inaugurates a new annual event. Location: Hughes-Trigg Student ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Ballrooms Time: 7:30 p.m. |
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Click here for the complete list of ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ Black History Month events.
Black History Month, observed in February in the United States, seeks to educate the American people about African-Americans' cultural backgrounds and achievements, recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Each year, to call attention to the importance of the observance.