Black LGBT Leaders Tabling
To create Trading Cards featuring an image of the individual on the front and their achievements/ contributions/ effort … etc. on the back. Giving the students the chance to match the image with their contributions, if they match more than 2, the name will be entered into the raffle to win a prize. Provide campus with active participation in learning about important black LBGTQ icons while playing a fun matching game.
Lift Every Voice Collage Concert hosted by the UIS Music Program
UIS's Voices in Praise will be performing along side many other students to bring about an amazing musical experience.
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.
MLK Volunteer/Service Event
Join us for a day of education and service as we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement. Participants of the event will have the opportunity to move through an exhibit which pays homage to leaders and activist before them while harnessing that same spirit to engage in a civic engagement project where they will assemble skateboards and superhero boxes for local children in foster care.
LGBTea Rustin Film Discussion
Join the GSSS team in a film and discussion as we explore topics about identity and history.
Eyes on the Prize (Diversity Center Lounge 3:00 pm to 5:00pm)
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.
Bring on the Heat hosted by Sigma Lambda Beta International Fraternity, Inc., Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. & Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
BMCS Induction Ceremony hosted by Black Male Collegiate Society
Recognizing gentlemen who have worked hard on the campus’s community to be inducted into the Black Male Collegiate Society.
Afro Ritmo hosted by Baile Monarcas and Afro Beats Dance Crew
This event would teach UIS the history and cultures of African and Afro-Latin Dances through performances and participant interaction.
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.