Celebrating Black History
Join us in celebrating Black History Month with events happening across campus throughout the month. See the list below.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH DINING CELEBRATION
Join Campus Dining Services in celebrating Black History Month with a special menu below.
Schedule:
- Feb. 2: Conrad Hall – Black History Month kickoff with Creole cuisine
- Feb. 4: Village Cafe – Black Excellence Celebration
- Feb. 5: Dulany Hall – Taste of Nigerian Cuisine
- Feb. 11: Village Cafe – Taste of African Cuisine
- Feb. 17: All dining locations – Mardi Gras Hall Crawl
- Feb. 18: Dulany Hall – Black-inspired cake decorating contest
- Feb. 25: Conrad Hall – All That Jazz Harlem Nights
- Feb. 26: 1891 Market and Marketplace at Admin – Black treats and sweets
BLACK HISTORY MONTH FILM SERIES: A SOLDIER’S STORY | February 5
The Department of History, Political Science, Philosophy, and Law Studies will host a Black History Month Film Series screening of A Soldier’s Story on Thursday, February 5, at 5:00 p.m. in the Science Center, Room 139.
Released in 1984 and directed by Norman Jewison, the film stars Howard E. Rollins Jr., Adolph Caesar, and Denzel Washington.
Adapted from Charles Fuller’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, the story is set on a segregated Army base during World War II and follows the investigation of a murdered Black sergeant, revealing internalized racism and tensions within the ranks.
Attendees are invited to stay after the screening for a post-film discussion.
LEADING THE WAY WHILE LIFTING THE COMMUNITY | FEBRUARY 10
Campus Health Services will host a Black History Month program titled “Leading the Way While Lifting the Community: The AAMU Strong Model” on Tuesday, February 10, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. during Common Hour.
This webinar will address Castleview Wealth/New York Life, the history and commitment to the African American Market, and how they will be supporting the University.
The event will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams and is open to students, faculty and staff.
THE ROAD TO TOKYO | FEBRUARY 10
The Department of History, Political Science, Philosophy and Law Studies will host a talk by Dr. Yinghong Cheng on the often-overlooked role of African American G.I.s in building the Ledo Road during World War II.
The talk on Tuesday, February 10, will take place from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Bank of America Building, Room 217.
This presentation explores Black G.I.s’ contributions to the war effort in Asia and their pursuit of the Double V, victory abroad against fascism and victory at home against racism and segregation.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH FILM SERIES: Minstrel Man | February 12
The Department of History, Political Science, Philosophy, and Law Studies will host a Black History Month Film Series screening of Minstrel Man on Thursday, February 12, at 5:00 p.m. in the Science Center, Room 139.
Released in 1977 and directed by William A. Graham, the film stars Glynn Turman, Ted Ross, and Stanley Clay.
Set against the backdrop of the post-reconstruction era, Minstrel Man offers a rare and piercing look at hte lives of Black entertainers forces to navigate the dehumanizing "minstrel show" circuit to survive.
Attendees are invited to stay after the screening for a post-film discussion.
As Goes the South, So Goes the Rest of America | FEBRUARY 17
Featuring Kimeu Boynton, Associate Dean of CHESS.
Tuesday February 17, at 11:00 am in the Delaware Hall, Room 138
POWER TALK & FILM SCREENING | FEBRUARY 19
The Dean of Students will host a Power Talk with Kemba Smith Pradia on Thursday, February 19, at 11 a.m. in the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theater. This event is open to the DSU community only.
A screening of Kemba will follow at 6 p.m. in the William B. DeLauder Education and Humanities Theater and is open to the public. DSU faculty, staff and students receive free entry with a DSU ID. Admission for non-DSU attendees is $5 cash only.
UNAPOLOGETICALLY BLACK CONFERENCE | FEBRUARY 23
The 2nd Annual Unapologetically Black Conference will take place Monday, February 23, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center Parlors.
The conference theme is Power. Policy. People.
Registration is free.
Africana Studies Presents | FEBRUARY 17 & February 24
Africana Studies Director Dr. Donna A. Patterson will offer a few observations from her recent trip to Davos, Switzerland.
Tuesday February 17, from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon in the Bank of America Building, Room 217
DSU Alum, Matthew Stevenson will discuss student life, internships, and life after Delaware State.
Tuesday February 24, from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon in the Bank of America Building, Room 217
Black History in the Making | FEBRUARY 24
How to build your legacy and impact form DSU and beyond.
Presented by Christopher Gunter, Adjunct Professor and Certified Diversity Professional.
Tuesday February 24, at 5:00 pm in the Delaware Hall, Room 130
Black History Lessons for these authoritatian times | FEBRUARY 26
Featuring James Peterson, Professor of Literature, Department of Languages and Literature.
Thursday February 26, at 11:00 am in the Delaware Hall, Room 138