Policing the Criminal Justice System

Guest Speaker Joanna Johnson hosted by the Diversity Center 

Dance in Black hosted by Siobhan

The purpose of Dance in Black is to highlight prominent and note-worthy Black figures that have trailblazed the avenue for Black dancers. The goal is to highlight various genres of dance each week (ballet, tap, jazz, liturgical) leading up to the in-person event where we will discuss the figures that have been highlighted while simultaneously practicing technique and choreography. 

PHam Phashion Show hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. 

Come join the Phirst Pham for a fun and fashionable night of walking the runway in different eras of black history. Students and local community members who have a passion for fashion will also be able to showcase their clothing lines and brands during the show. The event will conclude with music, dancing, and mingling with some of the brands represented in the show.

UI Collaboration Event (Michelle Goodwin)

Race, Poverty, and Reproductive Justice beyond Abortion: A Conversation with Professor Michele Goodwin (Webinar/Zoom) hosted by The Diversity Center (UIS), The Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center (UIUC), and the African American Cultural Center (UIC). 4-6pm. 

Black History Resources hosted by Brookens Library 

A resource guide for black history resources and items from the collection available at Brookens Library. Enhance awareness of Brookens library resources and promote black history month. Also looking into the possibility of allowing community members to submit suggestions for the collection. 

Closing Ceremony hosted by Diversity Center

Join us as we look to end Black History Month. We will reflect on the month and look toward the future and continue to make the month both meaningful and fun for our campus community. 

Gospel Karaoke hosted by Voices in Praise Gospel Choir

Join us as we have a spiritual day filled with prayer, gospel karaoke song selections, and praise dance performances. 

Ebony Ball hosted by Black Student Union 

Join the BSU as we congratulate Black students at UIS who have impacted the campus. The night will consist of performances from our dances teams, song selections from several UIS singers, dancing, food, and so much more. 

Feminist Friday: Black Maternal Health hosted by the Women's Center and Project Innocence Not Lost 

Gather in the Women's Center as we have an impactful conversation about raising awareness of problems rooted in the child welfare system and its effects on Black Children and families. 

Dance in Black hosted by Siobhan

The purpose of Dance in Black is to highlight prominent and note-worthy Black figures that have trailblazed the avenue for Black dancers. The goal is to highlight various genres of dance each week (ballet, tap, jazz, liturgical) leading up to the in-person event where we will discuss the figures that have been highlighted while simultaneously practicing technique and choreography.