Black History Month
Here is a list of Current Black History Offerings during the Month of February!
Spotlight Showcase
February 1st-28th
Throughout the month we will spotlight inspiring individuals from our past, present, and future
Black Innovators In STEM
February 1st-28th
Hear from Black Pioneers & Innovators on the positive impact of STEM in the Black Community. Links will be available on the Housatonic homepage and social media
Paint By Number & Embroidery Kits
February 17th 10:00am-4:00pm
Stop by the Men's Center BH 326, Women's Center BH 371, or the Student Life Office BH 317 to pick up a kit between the hours of 10am-4pm
Global Leadership Summit
February 25th 10am-4:45pm Via Web Ex
Join us for a leadership summit to help Black Male Students navigate the leadership pipeline. All students are welcomed to participate. Location: Virtual
Click Here to Attend Workshop!The Power Of Words: Talk To Me Right
February 16th 5:00pm-6:00pm Via Web Zoom
Join us for a virtual discussion with Frank E. Brady, Educator, Advocate, Consultant
Click Here to Attend Workshop!Meeting ID: 879 0195 7754
Passcode: 393038
Black History Month Wrap Up Celebration
February 28th 12:00pm-2:00PM Location: Beacon Hall Events Center
Join us as we wrap up our Black History Month Celebration.
How the African American Church Saved Democracy’ with Professor/Rev. John Scott of Gateway Community College
February 10th 1:30pm-3:00pm Via Web Ex
Religion has played a pivotal role in African American history that many might have not considered to be at the forefront of African American history. To learn more about how religion plays a role in African American history and overall wellness.
Gateway and Housatonic event.
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Click Here to Attend Workshop!Closing Ceremony, Panel of Peace and Solidarity: Behind the Blue, A Candid Conversation on Law Enforcement
February 28th 1:30pm-3:30pm Via Web Ex
To close out Black History Month, the Office of Student Activities will be hosting our annual Panel of Peace and Solidary, featuring Law Enforcement personnel from different parts of Connecticut. Throughout the panel, we will be taking questions from the community, hoping to have insight and personal stories from these professionals in Law Enforcement.
Questions will be determined by student input. To submit your questions please fill out this form here: Microsoft Forms
Panelist Featured (more pending): Vernon Riddick, Chief of Police West Hartford, CT; John Watts, MA, CCJP, Probation Officer State of Connecticut; Patrick Ridenhour, Chief of Police, Danbury, CT
Gateway and Housatonic event.
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Click Here to Attend Workshop!