Black History Month (2009)
Pitt Community College's Black History Month theme focuses on the story of struggle to create and maintain equal citizenship for all Americans. Our theme is a variation of the National Black History Month theme regarding the "Quest for Citizenship in the Americas."
A list of the events (pdf) planned for PCC's 2009 Black History Month celebration is as follows:
Kickoff - Jabali Afrika
Jan. 30 -- 12 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Goess Student Center
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Jabali Afrika is a multi-faceted group featuring original compositions and traditional African rhythms with a wide variety of instruments and vocal harmonies. Add talented dancing, choreography and stunning traditional African tribal costumes for a multicultural experience that will enrich, educate, and entertain!
Sponsor: Student Government Association (SGA) and Multicultural Activities Committee (MAC)
Friday Film Fest Series - "Glory"
Feb. 6 -- 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Room 143, Leslie Building
Starring Matthew Broderick and Denzel Washington, "Glory" is based on the letters of Col. Robert G. Shaw, an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War. Shaw, who volunteered to lead the first regiment of black soldiers, had to overcome prejudices from both blacks and whites to lead the 54th Massachusetts into battle.
Sponsor: Arts and Sciences Division, SGA and MAC
Readers' Theater - "Follow the Star: A Literary Journey toward Inclusion in the American Dream of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness"
Feb. 11 -- 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Goess Student Center
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Long considered a diaspora people, African-Americans have often expressed joy, pain, frustration and love of their country -- The United States of America. In a literary journey from slavery toward a seemingly closer promised land, this PCC Readers' Theater will address these evolving feelings of acceptance in many areas of the American Experience. Prepare to experience this emotion-packed presentation as our readers "Follow the Star." It is a show you won't want to miss!
Sponsor: Arts and Sciences Division, SGA and MAC
"Banneker's Legacy Poster Display: Crediting Creativity & Contribution toward the Technological Advancement of Society"
Feb. 17-18 -- 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Goess Student Center
Feb. 19 -- 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Goess Student Center
In honor of Benjamin Banneker, a notable mathematician, astronomer, clockmaker and city planner, this event promises to display contributions of both yesterday and today. The poster display will feature African-Americans who have made significant contributions to math, science and technology in pursuit of freedom, citizenship and equality.
Sponsor: Arts and Sciences Division, TRIO: Student Support Services and MAC
Math/Science/Technology History Quiz Bowl
Feb. 19 -- 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Goess Student Center
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Throughout history, the quest for freedom and equality has been met with resistance. Yet, many African-American mathematicians and scientists have made valuable contributions to their fields of expertise. This quiz bowl will consist of a variety of questions about the history of African-American mathematicians and scientists and their contributions to their respective fields of study. PCC students will participate and compete for prizes.
Sponsor: Arts and Sciences Division, TRIO: Student Support Services and MAC
Blood Drive
Feb. 20 -- 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Goess Student Center
Recognizing and celebrating African-American donors.
Sponsor: Next Level and MAC
"Changes to the Dream? A Conversation between Martin Luther King Jr. and President-Elect Barack Obama"
Feb. 23 -- 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Goess Student Center
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Imagine if Barack Obama and Martin Luther King Jr. had the opportunity to meet: How would they interact? What would they say? This play, which takes place the night after Barack Obama won the 2008 general election, depicts a fictional account of their conversation.
Sponsor: Next Level and MAC
