Montclair State University Celebrates Black Heritage Month With Virtual Events

Press release from Montclair State University:

February 6, 2021

University Celebrates Black Heritage Month with Virtual Events

This year’s theme is “Passing the Torch of Greatness”

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This year, the ceremony will be virtual.

This year, Montclair State is taking much of its Black Heritage Month celebrations virtual, including its annual flag raising ceremony, which will be Monday, February 8, at noon, via Zoom.

At the ceremony, Karen L. Pennington, vice president for Student Development and Campus Life, will read a proclamation, followed by members of the campus community sharing their stories about the importance of Black Heritage Month. You can attend here.

The theme this year, “Passing the Torch of Greatness” is inspired by the loss of civil rights icons in 2020 and the need for continued commitment to change, equity and social justice. Further, the disproportionate impact of the pandemic has magnified health disparities in the Black community.
Throughout the month, Black Heritage events and activities include discussions on the Black experience, healing and social justice, as well as a movie night, Black history trivia challenges, a virtual Black history museum, book discussions, an open mic night and an arts and cultural showcase.

A full list of Black Heritage Month events can be found at the Office for Social Justice and Diversity here.

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