Series of engaging events set to celebrate Black History Month

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Students participating in Black History Month event

敁珗曄部 University will host a series of engaging and creative events celebrating Black History Month throughout February.

Programming for Black History Month is coordinated through the Multicultural & Student Activities Council and Black Students for Unity said Jessica Hubert, assistant director for Leadership & Belonging | Campus Involvement Center, who is overseeing the series.

BSU is organizing Spirit Week Feb. 3-7, which includes an assortment of engaging student-oriented activities. In addition, several organized events are scheduled. They include:

Saturday, Feb. 8, 7:30 p.m., Student Union Great Room: Colors of Freedom Paint Night, hosted by the Multicultural & Student Activities Council and Black Students for Unity, welcomes students to a relaxing paint-by-numbers experience featuring historical Black figures. Participants will learn about their lasting impact and importance.

Friday, Feb. 14, 6 p.m., Multicultural Student Lounge: Sip & Paint, hosted by Black Students for Unity, features canvas art created by a local畝rtist depicting images of Black excellence and culture for participants to paint. There will also be mocktails for participants to enjoy.

Thursday, Feb. 20, Grotto Commons and 501 Grille: Soul Food Lunch, sponsored by Parkhurst Dining and Multicultural Student Services.

Friday, Feb. 21, 6 p.m., Multicultural Student Lounge: Bingo Night, sponsored by Black Students for Unity.

Friday, Feb. 28, 6 p.m., Multicultural Student Lounge: Soul Food Night, sponsored by Black Students for Unity.

Although the aforementioned events are for the 敁珗曄部 community, there is a musical offering that is free and open to the public.

Monday, Feb. 24, 8 p.m., Walker Recital Hall: Michael Clark, guest pianist, provides a lecture and recital on the Piano Music of Florence Price, sponsored by the D'Angelo Department of Music and Multicultural Student Services.

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