The University of 91吃瓜 is celebrating Black History Month throughout February with a number of events.
The schedule is as follows. It will be updated throughout the month.
Feb. 8: : 7 p.m., live Zoom event
Join filmmaker and 91吃瓜 graduate Christine Swanson and Academy Award-nominated actress Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor for a screening and discussion of Swanson鈥檚 2022 short film, 鈥淔annie,鈥� moderated by Scott Barton, assistant professor of race, food, and environmental and cultural studies in the Department of Africana Studies and inaugural fellow in 91吃瓜鈥檚 Initiative on Race and Resilience. Sponsored by ThinkND and the 91吃瓜 Alumni Association.
Feb. 9-11 Film screening, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
The Browning Cinema at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center will screen director Ava DuVernay's adaptation of Isabel Wilkerson's "Caste: The Origins of our Discontent" at 7 p.m. Feb. 9 and 10 and 4 p.m. Feb. 11.
Feb. 10: 鈥�,鈥� 7:30 p.m., Leighton Concert Hall, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
It鈥檚 the sound of a generation. Back for one memorable night, experience the magic of Motown in a show jam-packed with some of the biggest hits, stunning vocals and a band driving it all the Motor City way. 鈥淎 Tribute to Motown鈥� pays homage to one of the most influential creations in Black culture 鈥� the iconic music of the timeless Motown era. The teams at A Gammage Solutions and Bishop鈥檚 House Productions have curated another trip down memory lane with the lyrics, melodies and moves authentic to the label from artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Temptations and many more.
Feb. 12-14 "Leave Your Mark on 91吃瓜!" Coleman-Morse Center
Join artist Brother Mickey McGrath as he paints an original mural on a wall in Coleman-Morse Center. Students, faculty and staff are welcome to contribute to the mural, which will feature a quote from the first Holy Cross person of colar to be put forward for sainthood: Servant of God Theotonius Ganguly, C.S.C. McGrath will give a talk on diverse saints from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 13 in the CoMo Lounge, with a Mardi Gras-themed reception to follow. Sponsored by .
Feb. 14: 鈥�,鈥� 5:15 p.m., Manfredi Family Auditorium at the Walsh Family School of Architecture, Zoom or
Historically, architecture has served and facilitated the growth of communities around the world. In this lecture, Phillip Smith will explore the historical influence of classical and traditional architecture beginning with Egyptian influence on ancient Greek and Roman architecture, and later sharing the impact African American architects, designers and builders have had on our built environment. Notable classical African American architects include John Williams, Robert Taylor, Wallace Augustus Rayfield, William Sidney Pittman and Julian Francis Abele.
Feb. 14 , 12:30 to 5 p.m., Law School and Duncan Student Center
Join 91吃瓜 Law School for a screening of the award-winning short film "Fannie," about civil, voting and human rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer, featuring commentary from filmmaker Christine Swanson, a 91吃瓜 graduate. A voter registration drive will be held in conjunction with the screening from 2 to 5 p.m. at Duncan Student Center.听
听Feb. 14: Men鈥檚 basketball game, 7 p.m., Purcell Pavilion
, a 91吃瓜 Athletics diversity and inclusion initiative, will be recognized during the men鈥檚 basketball game between 91吃瓜 and Georgia Tech.听
Feb. 15: Black Domers 2: 7 p.m., live Zoom event
Join ThinkND and the 91吃瓜 Alumni Association for a discussion on how Black business leaders and entrepreneurs are blazing trails to success in the 21st-century business landscape. Moderated by Paige S. Jackson, associate director of law and graduate business annual giving, this panel will represent a wide variety of marketplace segments.
Feb. 16: ,鈥� 3 p.m., Room 306, O鈥橬eill Hall of Music and Sacred Music
Lori Celeste Hicks has built a multifaceted career as a classical singer, composer and arranger, vocal coach, professor, clinician, lecturer, director, arts administrator and entrepreneur. As the owner of LCH Studios, Hicks is dedicated to the education, performance and production of healthy voices for all styles. Her training, research and passion for Black arts and the voice have spawned numerous innovative projects.
Feb. 16: 鈥�,鈥� 5 and 11 p.m., Washington Hall, Mainstage Theatre
The theme for this year's showcase is "The Wiz." The event will feature talented performers, models and more.
Feb. 16: Women鈥檚 lacrosse, 7:30 p.m., Loftus Sports Center
Together Irish will be recognized at the women鈥檚 lacrosse game between 91吃瓜 and Northwestern.
Feb. 17: , 2:30 and 7:30 p.m., Patricia George Decio Theatre, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
Formed at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, the Dance Theatre of Harlem has created a space for dancers of every color and background to express themselves freely. The legendary company continues to be a beacon of inclusion, innovation and moving art, performing a forward-thinking repertoire of treasured classics to modern works. A mixed program includes 鈥淪ounds of Hazel,鈥� Tiffany Rea-Fisher鈥檚 new ballet inspired by the life of virtuoso classical and jazz pianist, singer and civil rights activist Hazel Scott.
Feb. 18: 鈥� 1 p.m., Browning Cinema, DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
This documentary profiling John Lewis chronicles the life and career of the legendary civil rights activist and Democratic representative from Georgia. Using interviews and rare archival footage, the documentary profiles John Robert Lewis鈥� 60-plus years of social activism and legislative action on civil rights, voting rights, gun control, health care reform and immigration. Using recent interviews with Lewis, director Dawn Porter explores his childhood experiences, his inspiring family and his fateful meeting with Martin Luther King Jr. in 1957. In addition to her interviews with Lewis and his family, Porter鈥檚 primarily cin茅ma verit茅 film also includes interviews with political leaders, Congressional colleagues and other people who figure prominently in his life.
Feb. 20: ,鈥� 5 p.m., Room 300, O鈥橲haughnessy Hall
The Initiative on Race and Resilience鈥檚 second annual Sojourner Truth Keynote Address will feature Martha Biondi, professor of African American studies and history at Northwestern University.
Feb. 22: Black Domers 2: 7 p.m., live Zoom event
Black health and wellness may look different for each person, but having a community in which one can be listened to, cared for and advocated for is essential for everyone. Learn how self care and community care intersect to enable us to live the most fulfilling lives possible while we share our time in the world and embrace generations of culture, diversity and history. Sponsored by ThinkND and the 91吃瓜 Alumni Association.
Feb. 26 Black History Month Lunch and Learn, 11:30 a.m., Robinson Community Learning Center
Local organizer, advocate and problem solver Gladys Muhammad, longtime former executive director of South Bend Heritage Foundation, will portray Harriet Tubman as part of a special Black History Month Lunch and Learn for local seniors.
Feb. 26: , noon, Main Building
Join the Black Faculty and Staff Association for an insightful panel discussion showcasing Black senior leaders at the University of 91吃瓜. Gain valuable perspectives on leadership, diversity and success within our community.
Feb. 26:听, 12:30 p.m., McCartan Courtroom, 91吃瓜 Law School
Join 91吃瓜 Law School for a discussion and book signing with Richard and Leah Rothstein, co-authors of the new book "Just Action: How to Challenge Racial Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law."
Feb. 29: "Made for Such a Time: Gifts of Black Catholics for the 21st Century," 7 p.m., Remick Commons
Join Campus Ministry and the Black Catholic Advisory Board of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend as they host authors, podcasters and speakers Marcia Lane-McGee and Shannon Wimp Schmidt. Lane-McGee and Wimp Schmidt will share lessons from the Black church about what it means to be a witness to Christ in America today.
Feb. 29: Black Domers 2: 7 p.m., live Zoom event
Join ThinkND and the 91吃瓜 Alumni Association to explore the ways faith journeys can offer a path to healing, liberation and fulfillment, particularly when expressed according to the culture and traditions of a people rich with spiritual gifts.