During February, the Nassau Community College Black History Month Committee will present a month of programs and events in tribute to African American achievements in America.
On Feb. 15 at 11:30 a.m., Grammy Award-winning artist, author and activist Common will appear. Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr., better known by his stage name Common, gained mainstream success in the 1990s. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Common launched the Common Ground Foundation, an organization dedicated to the empowerment and development of urban youth in the U.S. Common will speak about his idea of greatness. Please note: Seating for this event is limited; priority seating will be given to NCC students with current ID.
This event is free, open to the public and accessible to the disabled. Call Dean Charmian Smith for more information at 516-572-7376.
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