EVANSVILLE, IND. (02/14/2024) The University of Evansville’s (UE) Center for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (CDEI) is sponsoring a long list of events to celebrate Black History Month throughout February.
The Black History Month Kickoff took place on February 1, it was held at the Multi-Student Commons.
The University of Evansville African American Alumni Association’s (UEAAA) Documentary was screened on Tuesday, February 6 at the Central Library. Our Story: Once the Doors Opened was produced by 1980 graduate Arnell Hill. Co-narrated by Leirra Carter ’24 and directed by black Indianapolis videographer Aaron Turner, Our Story is a 45-minute documentary on the history of black students at Evansville College/University of Evansville, from 1934 to the early 2000 era. You can watch the full documentary at this link.
For the Health of it! – In collaboration with the UE Nursing Department, students were able to receive free medical health assessments as part of Black History Month.
The Black Student Union held a Friday Hang Out for the month of February on Friday, February 9. However, it was not open to the public.
Black Student Union is collaborating with Young & Established on a Black & White Charity Ball taking place on Saturday, February 24 at 8:00 p.m. There will be a live DJ, 3 cash bars, hors d’oeuvres, multiple picture booths, silent auction, half pot, and lots of giveaways! To register please visit this link.
The Black Student Union is also hosting a 3v3 tournament on Thursday, February 25 at 11:00 p.m. at Carson Center. For more information, contact Black Student Union President, Trinitee Terrel via email, tt141@evansville.edu.
The CDEI and the Eatery are collaborating to culminate the end of Black History. CDEI is partnering for Soul Food Sunday with the theme of “Let’s Go to Big Mama’s House.” This fellowship dining experience will be open to the public as well. This event is Sunday, February 25 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. and will cost $12.08 per person.
Lunch and Learn – “I Am Not My Hair”
This Lunch and Learn (lunch is provided) session for Black History Month will shine a spotlight on women of color making significant strides, delving deeply into their presence in various spheres, particularly within higher education, and examining the significance for women of color in 2024. This will take place on February 29 at 11:00 a.m. in Eykamp 251, you can register (free) at this link.
The CDEI office will close out the Black History Month with Celebration of Hip Hop Then & Now featuring Manon Voice at Butler University, Professor of Music-teaching Hip Hop: History, Evolution, and Culture and DJ Stylistic, Education and Indiana Pacers DJ. This event will take place on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 6 p.m. in Eykamp Hall Room 251, free admission to the public.
The University of Evansville is a private, comprehensive university located in the southwestern region of Indiana. Established in 1854, UE is recognized across the globe for its rich tradition of innovative, academic excellence and vibrant campus community of changemakers.
