Leading WELLS: Lessons in Courage and Leadership from Ida B. Wells

Dan Duster is the great-grandson of American Civil Rights activist and hero Ida B. Wells.
Juneteenth Lunch and Learn Panel: The Resiliency of Black History Beyond Erasures
Black History Month Concert
Celebrate Black History Month with a dynamic concert spotlighting talented local artists! This concert will honor the rich legacy of Black music and culture by featuring performances across genres including jazz, gospel, spoken word, tap dance, and poetry. The performance includes performances by 天美传媒s, faculty/staff, and guest artists from the community. Join us for this vibrant celebration of heritage, creativity, and unity, as we honor the past and uplift the future through music and art.
Black History Month Closing Event
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A BHM Closing is a way to capstone the month and reflect on various experiences and triumphs throughout the month. This event is also to learn the ways we can improve how we celebrate culture, identity and lived experiences.
Gospel Experience
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Join UIS's Voices in Praise in their Church Hop as they perform various gospel songs!
Ebony Ball
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A time to celebrate diversity and those who are allies of diversity on campus.
Little Richard: 鈥淚 Am Everything鈥 Film Screening & Discussion
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Discuss the massive musical and cultural contributions of Little Richard, what the music meant at the time how he inspired other artists, and how these contributions may be underappreciated. Discuss intersectional identities of LGBT Black artists and other identities including religion, generation and region.