In a city so rich with history, there are many ways to celebrate Black History Month. Join RCC as we honor the achievements, culture, and history of black people - in America and abroad - through lectures and panel discussions, theatrical performances and more.
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Black History Month Trivia Game: 2/4/2020
Do you know your Black History? Prizes and snacks will be given.
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: Student Commons
Movie Day: 2/6/2020
Come relax grab a snack and enjoy “Tell Them We Are Rising: The Story of Historically
Black Colleges and Universities.”
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: Student Commons
"Architects of Our Own Destiny" The Origins of RCC
Month-Long Exhibit at the RCC Library - The exhibit includes original documents and photographs that illustrate RCC's founding and its early struggles to survive as an institution created to promote opportunity for people of color.
Follow the RCC Archives on Instagram to view digital copies from the exhibit: @rccarchives
Ujamaa marketplace: 2/10 – 2/13/2020
Come shop and support your local businesses. They will be showcasing their crafts
and merchandise for all to buy.
Time: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Student Commons
Featured Speaker - Dr. Kerri Greenidge: 2/18/2020
Dr. Kerri Greenidge, a professor from Tufts University will be speaking on her book
“Black Radical,” which takes a look at the life of William M Trotter.
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: Student Commons
Movie Day: 2/20/2020
Come relax and grab a snack and enjoy a featured film honoring Black History Month.
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: Student Commons
Solution 2020: Third Annual Series – 2/24/2020
Join RCC, in partnership with BECMA, for “Solutions 2020,” the third annual “Solution
Series” event during Black History Month. This event seeks to highlight successful
models that business and non-profit entities can replicate in addressing many of the
systemic issues that impact communities of color. Visit Eventbrite for more information and to RSVP.
Time: 5:30-8:00 pm
Location: Media Arts Center
Panel Discussion: 2/25/2020
Student Life will host a panel of successful African American professionals from all
backgrounds.
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: Student Commons
Poetry Slam: 2/27/2020
To end BHM Student Life will be hosting a poetry slam for all students to participate.
Time: 1:30-3:00 pm
Location: Student Commons