Celebrating Black History

FEBRUARY
2020
Black History Month 2020

"Black Family Feud" Game Night!

Monday, February 3 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | CMU, 209 (BSU)

This fun game night is being hosted by the Black Student Union (BSU). Everyone is welcome, watch or participate -- it's up to you!

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


Power & Privilege Series | Robin DiAngelo

Tuesday February 4 | 5pm | Northrop

An evening with Robin DiAngelo, author of White Fragility, Why It's So Hard To Talk To
White People About Race
, followed by a conversation with fellow author (My Grandmother's Hands) and master trainer Resmaa Menakem.


"Us" Movie Day & Discussion

Wednesday, February 5 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm | CMU, 209 (BSU)

This event is being hosted by the Black Student Union in their Cultural Center space on the 2nd floor of Coffman Memorial Union. All are welcome to attend this FREE viewing of the blockbuster horror/thriller film, Us. Then join fellow participants in an open discussion after the film.

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


Vivace: Painting Sound | Reception

Thursday, February 6 | 5:00pm - 7pm | CMU, 2nd Flr. Gallery

The 2nd Floor Art Gallery will be exhibiting a sampling of work from prolific and innovative artist Emmy Lu. All are welcome to attend the gallery reception and artist talk with Emmy. Learn more!


Exploring Black Love

Tuesday, February 11 | 5pm - 7pm | CMU, 209 (BSU)

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


Black Grad and Professional Student Association Black History Trivia Night

Wednesday, February 12 | 6pm - 8pm | CMU, The Whole

*For more information contact the Black Grad and Professional Student Association | bgapsa@umn.edu


Black History Month Showcase

Thursday, February 13 | 6pm - 8pm | CMU, Theater

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


BSU Game Night!

Monday, February 17 | 6pm - 8pm | CMU, 209 (BSU)

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


This Free North, Black History at the
University of Minnesota | Documentary

Tuesday, February 18 | 5pm | Northrop

This Free North is a documentary produced by the University of Minnesota highlighting Black History and Achievement at the university. Join us for the documentary's premiere.

*For more information please contact Anise Mazone | amm@umn.edu


Are the 90s Coming Back?

Date TBD | 6pm - 7:30pm | Location TBD

Evaluating fashion trends, hair styles and slang from the 90s that are present today.

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


Deeply Rooted

Wednesday, February 19 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | CMU, 209 (BSU)

A discussion centered around the notion of the Black identity and accepting it in all forms that it comes in.

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


Resilience of Islam: From Africa to the Americas

Monday February 20 | 5:00pm - 7:30pm | CMU, Theater

*For more information email Al Madinah Cultural Center| madinah@umn.edu


Historical Perspectives: LGBT Impact on
Black History

Monday February 25 | 5:30pm - 7:30pm | CMU, 209 (BSU)

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN


Black History Month Dinner

Saturday, February 27 | 6pm | Coffman Memorial Union

*For more information visit BSU's Instagram | @BSU_UMN