High School to College Mixer hosted by Diversity Center
This would be an engaging time for current UIS students to interact with local high school students as they come to UIS to hear from different departments, see a variety of performances and engage with various student organizations on campus.
Titans in Rock: Musicians throughout the Ages hosted by Gamma Phi Omega International Sorority Inc. and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
Poetry Night with Guest Poet Akeem Olaj hosted by Student Activities Committee (LRH 6:00 pm)
Addressing Sexual Health Inequities in the Black Community
Feminist Friday hosted by the Women's Center
Join the Women's Center as we have an impactful conversation about the medical disparities and health inequalities that women of color face.
BHM Trivia Hosted by Alpha Phi Alpha
BHM Trivia will be a fun and engaging way to refresh your knowledge of Black History. There will be several trivia games played with a Kahoot game at the end. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of each game.
Eyes on the Prize
We will watch the two episodes from the Civil Rights Eyes on the Prize mini-movie series and engage in meaningful conversation. A small meal will be provided.
Opening Event/ Candlelight Vigil
This month is Black History Month, a federally recognized celebration of African American history and culture.
A variety of events are scheduled in the Springfield area — especially at the University of Illinois Springfield and Lincoln Land Community College — highlighting the observance that began Feb. 1.
Tuesday, Feb. 1- Step Afrika!
The Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) and University of Illinois Springfield will convene its fourth speaker series session which will be on ILBCF's Pillar III, which focuses on eliminating the Black community's barriers to economic access, equity and opportunity.