This exhibit celebrates the March on Washington and stories of many of the organizers in the Civil Rights Movement who aren’t always recognized in textbooks and the dominant narratives about those turbulent times. The exhibit will be on display during the month of February.
Exhibit of fans from the African continent; North American “church fans” from throughout the 1900’s advertising black-owned businesses; fans with messages of the Civil Rights Movement & souvenir fans from around the globe showing the African diaspora. Exhibit open during all Library building hours.
Cecil Lytle, piano, will be performing Beethoven. All funds
benefit Lytle Scholarships for first-year students from The
Preuss School UCSD attending Thurgood Marshall College
at UC San Diego.
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“From Swastika to Jim Crow” film showingA documentary that explores the similarities between Nazism (Swastika) in Germany and racism in the U.S. South (Jim Crow).
This action-packed documentary chronicles kung fu’s black pioneers and heroes, exploring the intersection of African-American and Asian cultures. There will be a martial arts demonstration along with the film and panel discussion.
An opportunity to engage with Professor Cecil Lytle leading this summer program. Learn about the program's coursework, excursions, the steps to apply, and scholarship opportunities.
Film Showing: “Black is… Black Ain’t”Black is... Black Ain't is a 1994 documentary film directed by Marlon Riggs. It tells the story that the African experience comes in as many varieties and voices as the imagination allows, and that African Americans, instead of reaching for the narrowness of a single identity, should celebrate their diversity.
Plaza Café hosts the 16th Annual HDH Black History Luncheon. Come and experience the celebration. (Menu available for purchase)
Screening of the documentary that explores the life of Henrietta Lacks. Cells from her body, taken from her just before she died, have been growing and multiplying ever since. These cells have transformed modern medicine and have shaped the policies of countries and of presidents.
Antonio Johnson will perform "Walking in the Shadows with August Wilson" in celebration of UCSD Black History Month. This one-man performance presents background on August Wilson the importance of blues music and how the Century Cycle stories are connected to his life.
Queer Black SocialLet’s discuss our future, reflect on our backgrounds, and honor our present. Please note that this is a closed space for Black people to talk about queer issues.
Joshua White and Spiral will be performing the music of legendary African-American jazz saxophonist, John Coltrane. Spiral features professors from our own UCSD music department - Professor Mark Dresser (bass), Professor David Borgo (tenor sax), the nationally acclaimed pianist Joshua White, and Michael Dessen and Duncan Moore. View Facebook Event.
Please join the Black Staff Association at Porter’s Pub for a special luncheon featuring traditional cajun and creole entrees including meat, vegetables, rice dishes, dessert and a cold beverage. Enjoy local entertainment and vendors while you dine and socialize.
“Politically Incorrect Cartoons” film showingA film and discussion on politically incorrect, racist, sexist, homophobic, and xenophobic cartoons in the United States before the 1980s. This is the first of two programs looking at American cartoons that many of us have watched as kids and how cartoons today have changed, but still have the same features as those in the early past.
Born in Ethiopia, raised in the U.S., this acclaimed singer embodies multiple worlds—from jazz and soul favorites, to the hip-hop and art-rock, to folk traditions from the Americas and her East African roots.
5th Annual Presidents’ Day ForumThe UC San Diego Black Staff Association hosts this annual event inviting guest speakers and campus community members to gather & share perspectives on the US presidency in a roundtable discussion format. CLICK HERE to RSVP
Wonderful opportunity to connect and re-connect African American Alumni with current students and community members. Alumni will be talking about their experiences while a student at UC San Diego, their career transitions and mobility, and answer questions from students that may touch on a variety of concerns that current students are facing. Enjoy your afternoon with our UCSD Alumni Stars!
Scholarship fundraiser includes Soul Food Jazz Brunch with performances by
San Diego jazz legend, saxophonist and pianist Daniel Jackson with the advanced
UCSD student jazz ensemble under the direction of Professor David Borgo,
saxophonist Kamau Kenyatta trio, keynote speaker Alumnus John Wesley,
recognition of student scholars, and silent auction.
The Racialization in the Media Lecture Series intends to bring awareness and education on the power of popular media and how it can shape how people view race, gender, sexuality and other forms of intersectional identities. In celebration of Black History Month and Women’s History Month, this quarter we are bringing in Miles Maker to speak on the production of the film Pariah (dir. Dee Rees).
Sponsors Chancellor’s Office • Alumni Association • AAASRC ~ Bennetta Jules Rosette • UCSD Development Diversity Initiatives • Rady School of Management • African American Studies Minor Program • Office of Graduate Studies • Vice Chancellor of External and Business Relations • Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs • Division of Social Sciences • Vice Chancellor of Resource Planning • UCSD Extension • UJIMA Network • Cross Cultural Center • UCSD Box Office • UCSD Faculty Club • Black Staff Association • Dean of Physical Sciences • Dean of School of Engineering • Wells Fargo Bank
Special Thanks to:
Creative Services and Publications and A.S. Graphic Studio
Very Special Thanks to all of the people who worked together to make all of this happen: 2013 Black History Month Planning Committee Members: Antigone Blackwell, Julie Dunn, Tamika Franklin, Pamela Frugé, Gail Gipson, Rebekah Harrold, Taniesha Higgins, Davyda Johnson, Elizabeth Macias (Chancellor Intern), Melanie Miley, Terece Moret, Stephanie Muldrow, Marcia Strong, Rubi Trevino, Beverly Ward, Edwina Welch, Ebonée Williams