Diversity and Community
The Office of Diversity & Community and various partners are proud and excited to celebrate Black History Month with fun-filled educational activities all month long.
*Most events are free and open to the public Please see below .
Knowing is being...."Heart Aware"
Tuesday, February 3rd
1:40 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Student Center Room 214
Learn more about stroke causes and prevention from Mr. Tim Vandiver, Conway Regional Health Center Trauma Coordinator
The New Black Documentary
Thursday, February 5th
6:00 p.m.
College of Business Auditorium
The documentary tells the story of how the African-American community is struggling with gay rights issues (particularly the legalization of gay marriage). It also highlights the political, spiritual, and emotional aspects of this topic. The dialogue will be facilitated by Dr. Monika Alston Miller, Assistant Professor in the UCA Department of Communication.
Stroll Train- Stroll Off Competition
Friday, February 6th
6:00 p.m.
Ida Waldran Auditorium
$5 in advance/$7 at door
Sponsored by Students for the Propagation of Black Culture
Poetry Slam
Monday, February 9th
7:00 p.m.
Student Center Ballroom
Sponsored by the UCA Chapter of NAACP
Common: A Distinguished Lecture
Tuesday, February 10th
7:30 p.m.
Reynolds Performance Hall
Sponsored by UCA Public Appearances
Miss Essence Scholarship Pageant
Friday, February 13th
7:00 p.m.
Reynolds Performance Hall
Eight young ladies will compete for the crown and $2000 in scholarship funds.
Sponsored by Students for the Propagation of Black Culture and the Office of Diversity and Community
Slice of UCA
Wednesday, February 18th
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
For additional information please contact Ms. Angela Jackson at 501.450.3135
Save Our Selves
Thursday, February 19th
7:00 p.m.
College of Business Auditorium
Panel discussion about issues in today's African American Community.
B-MAC presents: The Gentleman's Brunch
Saturday, February 28
10:00 a.m.
Brewer-Hegeman Conference Center
Let's talk success with successful African-American men in our community. This brunch will offer proper dining etiquette and tips for student success.