Arkansas State University issued the following announcement Jan. 27.
The 2022 Black History Month observance at Arkansas State University will get underway Tuesday, Feb. 1, with a slate of educational opportunities on the schedule, which has been announced by the A-State Multicultural Center, part of the Division of Diversity and Community Engagement.
“We are excited to celebrate Black History Month this year around the central theme ‘We Strive, We Thrive,’ focusing on Black families’ health and wellness,” stated Nora Bouzihay, assistant director of the Multicultural Center. “Several of the Multicultural Center’s events this year bring attention to health and wellness within the Black community.”
The BHM kickoff event will be 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 1, in the center court area on the first floor of the Carl R. Reng Student Union. With several events on the calendar for 2022, Black History Month wraps up Feb. 26 with the Evolve Fashion Show and Talent Showcase.
“We are excited to showcase the many programs happening throughout the month hosted by several of our student groups this year,” Bouzihay added. “Many of the events and programs hosted by the student organizations throughout the month are coming together by bridging the gap through collaborative unified efforts.”
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Source: Arkansas State University
