All African-American History Month activites are free and open to the public. Come join the celebration at Sinclair!
Black History Dialogue: What Is Juneteenth and Why Do We Celebrate It?
Wednesday, February 8, 201212–1 p.m. Brown Bag - Building 7, Room 7006 A&B (Tartan Marketplace)
3-5 p.m. Juneteenth Discussion - Room 2334 (Green Room)
The history of the Emancipation Proclamation and the meaning of Juneteenth will be presented and discussed. Learn about the Emancipation Proclamation, Juneteenth and the abolishment of slavery in America. Join us for an open discussion to learn more. Email tammy.cooper@sinclair.edu for more information.
A Celebration of Purpose: NIA/GospelFest
Thursday, February 9, 2012
6–7 p.m. Reception; 7:00–8:30 p.m. Program
Building 2, Blair Hall
Celebrates the achievements of Sinclair students, staff, faculty and community partners who have been selected by their peers based on how well they demonstrate the principle of NIA (Swahili for purpose). Sinclair's multicultural community choir and visiting choirs will celebrate the significance of gospel music. We invite you to join us to enjoy performances from these talented choral groups. Email crystal.echols@sinclair.edu for more information.
Passion, Power and Promise—10th Annual Black Women's Think Tank
Saturday, February 11, 2012
8:30 a.m. Registration; 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Event
Building 8, Basement
The BWTT is an annual conference dedicated to celebrating, empowering and improving the lives of women of color. BWTT strives to build networks of women across generations, ethnic/racial groups and socioeconomic levels that evoke personal and communal change. Keynote Speakers: Lela Coleman-Crawford and Renee Sartin. Email annette.ross-gray@sinclair.edu for more information. Visit www.sinclair.edu/bwtt to register.
Local Author Frank E. Dobson, Jr. Visits Sinclair
Monday, February 13, 2012
Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Building 8, Room 8-036
This event will feature local author Frank E. Dobson, Jr of rendered invisible stories of blacks and whites and love and death. A book reading a signing will take place and lunch will be served. This event is sponsored by African American Studies and Humanities.
Brown Bag and Hair Loss Seminar
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
11:30–1:00 p.m.
Building 2, Room 2334
Shawon Gullette, the only licensed Trichologist in Ohio, will share her expertise about hair loss in women. Please come join us to learn the causes, effects and solutions to your individual thinning or hair loss problems. Learn the top seven causes of female hair loss and the reasons and how to stop it. Bring your lunch or a snack. Email tammy.cooper@sinclair.edu for more information.
Authentic Negro Leagues Baseball Collection
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
12–1 p.m.
Building 8, Stage Area Basement (Free and open to the public)
Join Mr. Michael Carter, Senior Vice President, as he presents and discusses his extensive collection of Negro League memorabilia. The replica uniforms are made from the same materials and are the same colors as many of the more popular teams, as well as lesser known ones. Come and see Willie Mays' Chattanooga Choo Choos Jersey worn when he was 15 years old, as well as replicas of the Kansas City Monarchs, Homestead Grays, Chicago American Giants, New York Black Yankees, Dayton's very own Marcos and many others. Jerseys and dugout jackets will be on display Thursday February 23, 2012 and Friday February 24, 2012 from noon until 5 p.m. in Building 10, Room 10315. Email michael.carter@sinclair.edu for more information.
Kuumba (Creativity) Celebration
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
5–9 p.m.
Building 8, Basement, Leadership Development Center (Stage Area)
A gathering to involve students in African-American Studies in planning and contributing to African-American History Month activities. A talent showcase is the highlight of this event. Email boikai.twe@sinclair.edu for more information.
