Series of engaging events set to celebrate Black History Month
Mercyhurst 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 artist 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 Mercyhurst 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.
FILE PHOTO: BLACK STUDENTS FOR UNITY