Black History Month
Celebrate Black Culture
Thursday, February 1 - Friday, March 1
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Black History Month at UW-Green Bay is coordinated by campus stakeholders who plan a variety of programs throughout February in order to recognize and celebrate the history, culture and contributions of people of African descent in the United States.
Schedule of Events
Week 1
| Date & Time | Activity | Location | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Feb. 1 11 am - 2 pm | Black History Month Kickoff Booth Stop by to kick off Black History Month! Learn what the month has coming up and more! Co-sponsors: Student Engagement Center, Multicultural Resource Center, Black Student Union | University Union, near Common Grounds Coffeehouse | Free and open to the public |
Week 2
| Date & Time | Activity | Location | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Feb. 8 10 am - 4 pm | Mobile Black History Museum Join us in the Phoenix Rooms and explore the mobile Black History Month museum. Learn about the history and explore the different items provided! Co-sponsors: Student Engagement Center | University Union, Phoenix Rooms | Free and open to UW-Green Bay students and the public. |
Week 3
| Date & Time | Activity | Location | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Feb. 14 11 am - 2 pm | Fredrick Douglass' Day Join us in the transcribing of Frederick Douglass Papers: General Correspondence, 1841 – 1912. Students will get to read the words of Douglass and others who fought against slavery, participated in the Civil War, and argued for human rights – including Black equality, political participation, and women’s rights (among many other things!). Co-sponsors: Student Engagement, UW-Green Bay Libraries | Cofrin Library, CL 304 | Free and open to UW-Green Bay students |
| Wednesday, Feb. 14 6 pm | BHM Celebration Night - Men's Basketball vs. Northern Kentucky Join in supporting our Men's basketball team as they take on Northern Kentucky. | Resch Center | Free and open to UW-Green Bay students |
| Thursday, Feb. 15 7-8:30 pm | BHM Trivia Test your knowledge in different topics about Black History Month! Win prizes and enjoy a sweet treat! | University Union, Phoenix Club | Free and open to UW-Green Bay students |
| Friday, Feb. 16 8 - 11 pm | Masquerade Ball Celebrate Mardi Gras at the Masquerade Ball! At this dance, you are welcome to dress up as we feature New Orleans culture and cuisine. Co-sponsors: Student Engagement Center and Good Times Programming | University Union, Phoenix Rooms | Free and open to UW-Green Bay students |
Week 4
| Date & Time | Activity | Location | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Feb. 22 4:30 - 6:30 pm | Krash the Kress: Women's Basketball Game vs. Oakland Join in supporting our Men’s basketball team as they take on Oakland at Krash the Kress. Tickets for students are free and the tip-off is at 7:00pm. Co-sponsors: Student Engagement Center | Kress Events Center | Free for students and open to the public |
| Friday, Feb. 23 8 - 11 pm | GB Nites Join us in the ultimate social gathering where the Union is filled with events to partake in where everything is Free. Paint & Congregate Starting at 8 PM during GB Nites, pick your own paint kit (while supplies last) to complete a paint-by-number canvas of a historical figure. Options include Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Michelle Obama, Coretta Scott King, Ketanji Brown Jackson, Shirley Chisolm, Maya Angelo, and Langston Hughes. Co-sponsors: Good Times Programming, Student Engagement Center | University Union, Phoenix Rooms | Free and open to UW-Green Bay students |
Week 5
| Date & Time | Activity | Location | Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Feb. 28 5 - 6 pm | BHM Book Club Join us in a discussion of the book: How We Fight For Our Lives – A Memoir by: Saeed Jones. This is an award-winning book is on the intersectional topics of lived experiences as both an LGBTQIA2S+ and POC. Sign-up here for the book from January 22-26, 2024. There are a limited number of FREE copies of the book available for UW-Green Bay students, staff and faculty. | University Union, 1965 Room and Microsoft Teams | Pride Center and Multicultural Resource Center |
| Thursday, Feb. 29 5 - 7 pm | Soul Food Dinner We invite you to the annual Soul Food Dinner! This year will feature a keynote speaker along with Beautiful Strength. Co-sponsors: Black Student Union, Student Engagement Center, Good Times Programming | University Union, Phoenix Rooms | Free for students and open to the public |
Accessibility Accommodations
If you have a disability and would like to request accommodations, please contact the Student Engagement Center at 920-465-2720
Let's Connect
Want to know more? Nina Dessoir, our Signature & Cultural Events Coordinator, can help!