The month of February has a ripe history of honoring Black Americans beginning as far back as 1926. However, Black History Month as it’s known today has existed since 1976 when it became officially recognized by President Gerald Ford. Since President Ford, every American president has dedicated and endorsed a specific theme for Black History…
“Educational, Informative, and Simply Fun”: Black History Month 2023
The end of February consequently results in the end of Black History Month, a nationally recognized celebration that pays tribute to the contributions of generations of African Americans and black individuals despite the adversity they faced in American society. First celebrated as only a week-long endeavor in 1926, Black History Month reached its current duration…
Editorial: A reflection on Black History Month
We acknowledge that African Americans have been victims of systematic oppression.
Op-Ed: Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story? -Viviana Goodwin
Guest writer Viviana Goodwin reflects on Black History Month and all of the names of Black people throughout our history who have brought Black Americans to where they are today.
Film Institute hosts screenings of films by women
The OKCU Film Institute hosts free monthly screenings of international films.
OCU to welcome freedmen guest speakers
Guest speakers will be on campus in the upcoming weeks to discuss their legal struggles for tribal membership.
BSA plans campus events for Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and the Black Student Association has organized events to celebrate.
Students, staff to celebrate black history
Members of the Black Student Association and university officials planned events to celebrate Black History Month and to honor black leaders.
Black History Month events planned
February is Black History month and the Black Student Association will present a series of events throughout the month to celebrate.
