Series of Activities Set for Black History Month

Thomas Nelson will celebrate Black History Month with a series of activities including workshops, presentations and a free art exhibition featuring local artist and art educator Eafrica Johnson. The observance ends Feb. 28 with the presentation of the College's 14thPresidential Leadership Award. Check out some of the events this month.

Wednesday, Feb. 12
11 a.m.
Breaking Stereotypes
Presenter: Ka'bana Blaq
Wythe Hall, Gallery
Hampton campus

 

1 p.m.
African Americans and Dementia
Presenter: Dianne Cesvette, RN
Second Floor Lounge, Historic Triangle campus, Williamsburg

4 p.m.
Art Reception and Artist Talk
Artist: Eafrica Johnson
Second Floor Gallery, Templin Hall
Hampton campus

 

 

Thursday, Feb. 13
10 a.m.
African Americans and Dementia
presenter: Dianne Cesvette, RN
Espada, Moore Hall
Hampton

 

Saturday, Feb. 15
8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.The Design View - Building a Nexus
Multiple Presenters TBA
5800 Wessex Hundred, Williamsburg

 

Friday, Feb. 28
7 p.m.
14th Annual Presidential Leadership Award ceremony
Honoring the late Dr. Mary T. Christian
Evolution of a Black Girl
Presenter: Morgan McCoy

 

Look for more details about the College's Black History Month observance soon on the College's website.