MassBay To Hosts Black History Month Events

WELLESLEY, MA — MassBay is celebrating Black History Month in a big way through campus wide events. Office of Diversity, Student Engagement, the Humanities and Social Sciences Academy, along with Human Resources have collaborated on campus-wide programming to celebrate Black History Month.

During the month of February, students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend programs and events promoting and celebrating the culture, diversity, and achievements of African Americans. All events are free and open to the public.

The events will be held every Wednesday during the month of February as follows:

• Wednesday, February 5, 2020 12:30P – 1:30P Room W306 – Past and Present: A Black Man’s Historical Narrative
  • Hear from Dr. Lynn Moore who will discuss growing up during the height of segregation in the south in the 1950’s and his experience migrating to New England in the 1970’s.
• Wednesday, February 12, 2020 11A – 12:30P Wellesley Auditorium – A panel discussion with Massachusetts State Representative, Russell Holmes, and Framingham Mayor, Yvonne Spicer
  • The panel will be focused on African American political affiliation and activism in light of the upcoming presidential election.

• Wednesday, February 19, 2020 1:30P – 2:30P Library Atrium – Your Superhero Power…. Your Voice
  • Kurt Faustin, an influential speaker, thought leader, and Founder of TriUmph, a professional development and leadership coaching company will be hosting this workshop. Hear a variety of poetry and spoken word recitations, and feel free to join in with your own material at the open mic session.

• Wednesday, February 26, 2020 1P – 2P Wellesley Auditorium – Fashion Show with STEP and Hip-Hop Performances
  • Watch hip-hop, a series of STEP performances, and a fashion show featuring student models hitting the runway wearing African-themed apparel by a local designer, Nathalia Jmag.