California University of Pennsylvania
Presents
Black History Month
2016
We look forward to celebrating with the campus community
at the following events:
History of The National PanHellenic Council
In Southwestern Pennsylvania
Guest speaker Carlton Heywood will discuss the history of the NPHC and its presence and impact in southwest Pennsylvania. Originally formed in 1930 at Howard University in Washington, D.C., the organization is composed of nine International Greek letter Sororities and Fraternities, commonly referred to as the “Divine 9”.
February 1, 2016
7:00 PM
Natali Performance Center
MLK Jr. Day of Service
Central Blood Bank Blood Drive
February 3, 2016
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Natali Performance center
Service Projects for local Non-Profit Organizations
February 3, 2016
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Natali Performance Center
Gospel Church Service
Message delivered by Pastor Darla Holmes
Music selections from California University Young and Gifted Gospel Choir
February 14, 2016
4:00 PM
University Chapel, Old Main
The Great Blacks in Wax Museum Bus Trip
Explore famous scenes and events that depict the struggles and triumph of notable black Americans
February 20, 2016
Bus leaves at 6:00 AM
Bus is filled
Academic Reflections on Race and Color
A panel discussion on race and color from the perspectives of anthropology, sociology and psychology
February 23, 2016
110 Eberly Hall
11:00 a.m.
African American Arts Festival
Live music, Performance Art, Spoken Word, vendors and much more
February 24, 2016
Natali Performance Center
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Gospel Church Service
Message delivered by Pastor Douglas Wright of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church
Music selections from Mt. Lebanon Baptist Choir and Praise Team
February 28, 2016
4:00 PM
University Chapel, Old Main
For more information about BHM events, contact webb_s@calu.edu
Check in with us all month long using #BHMCALU