Black History Month 2022 Events Schedule

The Walls Have Fallen: Emancipation Days in Black California (Virtual)

Monday, February 7, 2022
2:00pm-3:15pm

A discussion of Freedom Day celebrations in Black California and the US before Juneteenth.

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Ethnic Studies as an Antidote to Anti-Blackness in Education (Virtual)

Monday, February 7, 2022
6:00pm-7:30pm

In honor of Black History Month, please join the Ethnic Studies Education Pathways Project (ESEPP) on Monday, February 7, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. (PST) for "Ethnic Studies as an Antidote to Anti-Blackness in Education," a discussion between nationally renowned educators, Akiea "Ki" Gross (they/them) of Woke Kindergarten and Dr. David Stovall (he/him) of University of Illinois, Chicago.

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Black Chat (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 8, 2022
3:00pm-4:30pm

Come engage in important conversations on Black culture during Black Chat from the University Student Union. Connect virtually with your fellow Matadors in the Black community as you meet new people, share your experiences and hear others' stories.

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The State of Africana Studies (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 9, 2022
2:00pm-3:15pm

Dr. Selase WIlliams will lead a discussion on the state of Africana Studies, then and now.

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Mix & Mingle Career Night (hosted by The Black House, Career Center, Black Alumni Association and the Black Student Union) (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 9, 2022 5:30pm-7:00pm

The Black House, Career Center, Black Alumni Association, and Black Student Union invites you to join us for an informative night of networking with CSUN Black Alumni! Current CSUN students will have an opportunity to explore diverse professions. Learn effective strategies of networking and gain invaluable social connections and internship opportunities!

Zoom Meeting ID: 845 8625 0604

Passcode: 779002

RSVP for this event via your Handshake account for a chance to enter a prize drawing!

Black Male Scholars: Barbershop Talks (Virtual)

Thursday, February 10, 2022
12:00pm-1:00pm

Barbershop Talks is designed to foster and cultivate a safe space for African American/ Black Male students to discuss a variety of issues/topics pertaining to their demographic. Topics range from pop culture/social media to financial literacy, self-efficacy, deconstruction of the Black Male ideology.

Zoom Meeting ID: 810 0341 3609

Passcode: BMS2022

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Celebrating Africana/African American Studies  (Virtual)

Friday, February 11, 2022
12:30pm-1:30pm

CSUN & East Los Angeles College (ELAC) invite you to a Black History Month Event.

Come connect with faculty and students to learn about Africana/African American Studies course offerings. degree options, leadership opportunities, campus resources and much more!

All are welcome!

Special Guest: Dr. Marquita Gammage, Chair of the CSUN Africana Studies Department.

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Black Joy and Liberation Art Exhibit (West Gallery,  CSUN campus)

Monday, February 14-26, 2022

In person reception at West Gallery Feb. 17th, 2022

Visit the West Gallery to view our student artwork. The national theme for Black History Month is Black Health and Wellness. This Exhibit will highlight how African/African American people have been able to persevere and overcome in spite of the racial and social challenges. Through the lens of Black Joy and Liberation we hope that you will leave feeling inspired and encouraged to view your JOY as a form of resistance and as a way to achieve true liberation!

Black Joy and Liberation Call for Artwork! We would like to showcase your art! Your artwork can be represented in any medium (print, media, paint or sculpture) Requirements: Connect your artwork to the exhibit's theme of "Black Joy and Liberation". Artwork that is selected will be showcased in the West Gallery. Artists will have an opportunity to discuss their art and the Opening reception.

Artwork submission Deadline: Feb. 7, 2022, by 5:00pm. 

The State of Hip Hop, Skyy Hook and Dart Adams (Virtual)

Monday, February 14, 2022
12:30pm-1:45pm

Hip Hop is enjoying unprecedented popularity. It has evolved into a worldwide artistic phenomenon with new and exciting women artists such as Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B. We also have new artists from Africa such as Burna Boy who are setting trends in hip-hop music and fashion. Skyy Hook and Dart Adams will discuss the future of Hip Hop and emerging artists.

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West Coast Hip-Hop Untold Stories with DJ Yella and DJ Cli-N-Tele (Virtual)

Monday, February 14, 2022
2:00pm-3:15pm

Prof. T. Conley will moderate a panel discussion with DJ Yella, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and DJ, Cli-N-Tel. Prof. T will engage both artists on their recently published books sharing untold stories of west coast hip-hop.

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Making Their Way to Mexico: Reconsidering Black Mobility and Liberation in North America (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 15, 2022
12:30pm-2:15pm

Dr. María Esther Hammack studies the hidden history of the Black American experience in Mexico during slavery. Her lecture will examine the Underground Railroad beyond the US border to the south. It will highlight how Black liberation connects and shaped (and continues to shape) the histories of Mexico, the US and Canada. The presentation will also examine how Afromexican communities today, are not only leading the recovery and preservation of their legacies but continue fighting to access resources, most importantly during pandemic times.

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The Lavender Takeover (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 15, 2022
5:00pm-7:00pm

During this special Black History Month Lavender Takeover, Black LGBTQIA+ students are encouraged to join The Pride Center for a Black LGBTQIA+ GAYme Night for a chance to win prizes and connect with other Black LGBTQIA+ students.

Zoom Meeting ID: 864 2075 3128

Passcode: pride

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WISDOM & Black Male Scholars: Relationship Talks (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 15, 2022
6:00pm-8:00pm

The WISDOM and the Black Male Scholars programs invite you to engage in valuable discussions about relational dynamics in the Black community during Relationship Talks. As we listen through some of the songs on Jazmine Sullivan's latest album "Heaux Tales", we'll discuss modern-day romance and the role of social media in relationships. Hosted virtually on Zoom, this is a safe space for Black men and women to express their thoughts, feelings and opinions on the topic of love, relationships and connection.

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Event Postponed: The Future of Black Space on the Internet (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 16, 2022
3:00pm

Special Guest: Quintard Taylor-www.blackpast.org 

Taylor and other volunteers created an online website resource center for African American history called BlackPast.org (www.blackpast.org). The center houses nearly 8,000 pages of information and features contributions by nearly 1,000 academic, independent, and student

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WISDOM Presents: Women's Entrepreneurship Panel (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 16, 2022
3:00pm-4:30pm

The Women Inspired to Succeed and Discover Opportunities Through Mentoring (WISDOM) Program of the University Student Union (USU) invites CSUN students to learn about successful Black women entrepreneurs at the Women's Entrepreneurial Panel. Students will be inspired as they hear these trailblazers, who come from diverse backgrounds, discuss their journey on how they turned their passions into a thriving empire and achieved amazing accomplishments! Students will also have the opportunity to submit questions prior to the event. In addition, students will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win items from Black-owned businesses.

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Black Male Scholars: Barbershop Talks (Virtual)

Thursday, February 17, 2022
12:00pm-1:00pm

Barbershop Talks is designed to foster and cultivate a safe space for African American/ Black Male students to discuss a variety of issues/topics pertaining to their demographic. Topics range from pop culture/social media to financial literacy, self-efficacy, deconstruction of the Black Male ideology.

Zoom Meeting ID: 810 0341 3609

Passcode: BMS2022

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Coffee Talks- The Invisible Intersection: Being Undocumented and Black (Virtual)

Monday, February 21, 2022
1:00pm-2:30pm

Join us this February forThe Invisible Intersection – Being Undocumented and Black, the second Coffee Talks with the DREAM Center of the University Student Union, in collaboration with the Black House and community activist Shirleen Achieng for Black History Month.

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WISDOM: Monthly Sister Circle (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 22, 2022
1:00pm-2:00pm

Sister Circle is a safe space designed for African American/Black female students to gather a discuss a variety of topics pertaining to the joys and growing pains of women/sisterhood. Topics will range from pop culture, representation in the media, women's health, mental health, financial literacy, etc.

Please register for this event..

Black Chat (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 22, 2022
3:00pm-4:30pm

Come engage in important conversations on Black culture during Black Chat from the University Student Union. Connect virtually with your fellow Matadors in the Black community as you meet new people, share your experiences and hear others' stories.

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70's Retro Open Mic Night (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 22, 2022
5:00pm-6:30pm

The DREAM Center and Pride Center of the University Student Union, in collaboration with The Black House, invite you to enjoy a night of exciting performances during '70s Retro Open Mic. 

Join us on Zoom for special performances featuring Matadors just like you. Whether it's singing, spoken word or dancing, each performer will have the spotlight for three to five minutes to shine! This is a unique opportunity to cheer on your talented peers and maybe even share your own talent with this community.

Plus, the first 50 people that register to enjoy the show will receive a $25 food delivery service gift card.

Put on your best '70s outfit, join us on Zoom at 5 p.m. and get ready to be blown away by some awesome performances during '70s Retro Open Mic, hosted by the Black House, DREAM Center and Pride Center of the USU … Where Matadors Belong!

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Memorial Tribute for AFRS Professor James Emerson Dennis (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 23, 2022
10:00am-12:00pm

A memorial tribute for one of the founding faculty of Africana Studies (formerly Pan African Studies), James Emerson Dennis, Professor Emeritus.

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Black Mental Health and Wellness Fair (Virtual)

Wednesday, February 23, 2022
2:30pm-4:00pm

Join us for this virtual Zoom Black Mental Health and Wellness Fair brought to you by The Black House team. Have the opportunity to hear from Mental health professionals and find out more information about local Mental health agencies in the San Fernando area.

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Queerations (In person at the USU and via Zoom)

Wednesday, February 23, 2022
5:00pm-6:30pm

During these welcoming gatherings on select Wednesdays every month, LGBTQIA+ community members and allies are invited to come together and enjoy all things crafts. Whether you're super artsy or just love a good night with friends, this is the place for you!

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Zoom Meeting ID: 823 7447 7144

Passcode: pride

Black Male Scholars: Barbershop Talks (Virtual)

Thursday, February 24, 2022
12:00pm-1:00pm

Barbershop Talks is designed to foster and cultivate a safe space for African American/ Black Male students to discuss a variety of issues/topics pertaining to their demographic. Topics range from pop culture/social media to financial literacy, self-efficacy, deconstruction of the Black Male ideology.

Zoom Meeting ID: 810 0341 3609

Passcode: BMS2022

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R&B Yoga (Hybrid)

Thursday, February 24, 2022
4:00pm-5:30pm

Yoga Instructor/ Wellness Coach Naomi Hutchinson (Healthy + Well)

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Disrupting Racism through the Lens of Langston Hughes (Virtual)

Thursday, February 24, 2022
4:00pm-5:30pm

Experience activism through art and Black history during Disrupting Racism Through the Lens of Langston Hughes from the University Student Union, in collaboration with the University Library.

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"Lyrics of Lowly Life" - Expressions of Black Male Mental Health and Trauma (Lil' Durk, G Herbo, Meek Mill, Marvin Gaye, and Donny Hathaway) A National Panel Discussion of Understanding and Solution Seeking (Virtual)

Thursday, February 24, 2022 5:30pm-7:00pm

The title is inspired by writer Paul Laurence Dunbar and the subtitle with the names of musicians is meant to bridge generations to participate in the discussion (All listed have a connection to expressing thoughts and feelings about mental health and trauma). 

The discussion is not about music but about Black Male Mental Health and Trauma. A multi-generational panel including students, recent graduates, clinicians, and educators from around the nation will share insights. The panel will close with a discussion of solutions as well as Q&A from the Zoom audience.

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A Celebration of HIP HOP Protest Songs, Bridging Original and New Social Justice Lyrics, and Music (Virtual)

Thursday, February 24, 2022
6:00pm-7:30pm

Join EOP and CSUN faculty, staff and students for this Black History Month celebration. Share your favorite songs, your own original work, graffiti, dance, freestyle, fashion, D-Jay, music, and lyrics.

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Free Play: Open Scripts Toward an Antiracist Tomorrow (In-Person)

Thursday, February 25-March 6, 2022 10am

Curtain Time: W-Th-F-Sat is at 7:30pm; Sunday is at 2pm

A Collection of Five Plays for Young Theatre Audiences by Award-winning playwright, and poet Idris Goodwin, offers an opportunity for audiences to spark conversation about race in America. The plays include three works for audiences age six and up THE WATER GUN, ACT FREE, NOTHING RHYMES WITH JUNETEENTH. And two pieces for audiences age 14 and up #MATTER, BLACK FLAG, and BLACK FLAG.

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Black Joy and Liberation Art Exhibit: Closing Reception (West Gallery,  CSUN campus)

Saturday, February 26, 2022 1:00-3:00pm

Come join us for music, cultured conversations, and a good time!

This is a community event to close out the Black History Month festivities and celebrate the student artwork that illustrates Black Joy and Liberation. This exhibit is curated to celebrate the African Diaspora through the lens of empowerment and seeing African/African Americans through the lens of joy, happiness, laughter, and freedom. The exhibit is created to empower, uplift, and encourage despite all challenges.

BFSA Mix & Mingle (Virtual)

Monday, February 28, 2022 12:00-2:00pm

Join the Black Faculty Association and the Black House for our virtual lunch break session. Get to know other BFSA members

Join this Zoom session.
Note: This link is not active until the date and time of the event.

Zoom Meeting ID: 850 3938 1979

Password: 530534