Black History Month 2023
Penn State Behrend will honor Black History Month by hosting these events in February.
Rhythms of Life Series – Feb. 15, noon, Bruno’s Café. African Soul International will perform traditional West African dances and drum music as part of the Rhythms of Life Series. The series, which is sponsored by Behrend’s Office of Educational Equity and Diversity Programs and the Student Activity Fee, features a variety of music, dance and storytelling from all regions of the world. All performances are free and open to the public.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever – Feb. 24, 5:00 p.m., 117 Reed. The Association of Black Collegians and the Lion Entertainment Board will present a free screening of the 2022 film Black Panther: Wakanda Forever in the Reed Union Building auditorium.
ABC and OACS Fashion Show – Feb. 25, 6:00 p.m., McGarvey Commons. The Association of Black Collegians and the Organization of African and Caribbean Students will host the 23rd annual ABC and OACS Fashion Show in McGarvey Commons. The program, which is free and open to the public, will feature fashion, music and appreciation for the different cultures and traditions at Penn State Behrend. Refreshments will be served.
All events are free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Office of Educational Equity and Diversity Programs and the Student Activity Fee. Questions may be directed to the Office of Educational Equity and Diversity Programs at [email protected]