Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
2012 Black Heritage Month
Africa, My Roots: America, My Home
Schedule of Events
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Wednesday, February 1
Opening Celebration
12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Join the 2012 Black Heritage Month Planning Committee as they launch the month long celebration. The opening program will include Chancellor Vandegrift, poetic readings by Assistant Professor Adrian Matejka, a performance by the Community Performance Ensemble, God’s Anointed Mime Ministry and the Gospel Choir will lead the singing of the Black National Anthem, Lift Every Voice and Sing.
Friday, February 3 – Sunday, February 5
Black Theater Workshop – Where is the Love?
Feb. 3 & 4 – 7:30 PM
Feb. 5 – 2:00 PM
Metcalf Theater
Artistic Director – Kathryn Bently
Student Director – Sharaina Turnage
This annual SIUE student created, performed and directed production is a potpourri of scenes, monologues, songs and poetry.
Tuesday, February 7
Dr. King Jr. Birthday Celebration
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
SIUE’s annual birthday celebration to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. King Jr. will feature guest speaker Honorable Alvin Parks, Mayor of the City of East St. Louis. The event will include lunch, special performances, and recognition of award recipients.
Students: $15 General Public: $20
Call Educational Outreach at 618.650.3210 to purchase tickets.
Thursday, February 9
Caribbean Sounds – SIUE Steel
12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Join us for a performance by SIUE Steel, a group of talented steel pan players and learn the history of steel pan and its relation to African American heritage and the African American experience.
Speak on It
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Enjoy an evening of spoken word and poetic verse of the past, present and future exploring issues and solutions.
Co-sponsored by One Mic Poetry
Friday, February 10
Ninth Annual Gospel Explosion
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Join us for an inspirational evening to spread the gospel of healing, reconciliation, and unity to the campus and community. The event will feature gospel music, poetry, rap and praise dance.
Monday, February 13
Motown Review
12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Learn about the history of Motown and its impact on Rock ‘N Roll and on American music.
Wednesday, February 15
Djembe Drums
12:00 Noon – 1:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Stop by and decorate a complimentary drum while supplies last.
Thursday, February 16
Health Fair: A Celebration of Health, 2012
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Come and celebrate your health through health screenings and evaluations. Learn how simple lifestyle changes and
acquaintance with community health care providers can improve your health in 2012 and beyond. The program will include a performance by the Community Performance Ensemble and a fitness demonstration.
Black Heritage Month Student Talent Show
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Come watch SIUE students as they take their turn on stage showcasing their singing, dancing, poetic, and musical talents.
Friday, February 17
The Great Debaters
7:00 PM
Science Building, Room 1105
This touching drama starring Denzel Washington and Forrest Whitaker is based on the true story of Mel Tolson, a professor at Wiley College who inspired his students to form the school’s first debate team. This group of kids was the first African American team to ever go up against Harvard and defeated the famed debate team in the national championships.
Thursday, February 23
Quiz Me to My Roots
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Goshen Lounge, Morris University Center
Come and test your knowledge of African American history and trivia facts Jeopardy!®
style for a chance to win a cool prize such as, IPad, gift cards, etc.
Saturday, February 25
Africa Night
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Meridian Ballroom, Morris University Center
Enjoy an evening of African culture through food, dance and entertainment.
Students: $10 Faculty/Staff: $12
General Public: $13
Call the MUC Information Center at 618.650.5555 to purchase tickets.
Sponsored by the African Student Association.
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
Contact the Kimmel Leadership Center at 618.650.2686 for a detailed schedule of events
or visit www.siue.edu/cab. All events are subject to change.
Black Heritage Month is sponsored by the Campus Activities Board.
