Advisory — University of Lethbridge celebrates Black History Month with engaging activities
Black History Month is a celebration of the achievements and contributions of not only Black Canadians but also persons of Black, Caribbean or African Heritage. Every February, we recognize the contributions of Black people and Black communities, highlighting their significant and ongoing role in shaping Canada’s identity.
Join the University of Lethbridge Students’ Union (ULSU) and University of Lethbridge Black Students Association (ULBSA) as they kick off Black History Month with a Roots and Rhythm Fashion Walk and dance circle.
WHAT: Black History Month activities
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 1 p.m.
WHERE: Walk begins at ULSU Office (SU180, refer to attached map) and concludes in the University Hall Atrium
WHO: Everyone is welcome to participate
ULSU and ULBSA representatives will be available to speak to media, as well as Martha Mathurin-Moe, Vice-Provost, Accessibility, Belonging and Community, ULethbridge. The walk takes place from 1 to 1:30 p.m., followed by a dance circle in the University Hall Atrium and media availability.
For a look at all the Black History Month activities, including keynote speaker Karina Vernon, the ULBSA Black Excellence Gala, a pitch competition and more, visit the ULethbridge Black History Month web page.
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Contact:
Trevor Kenney, Manager of Public Affairs
403-329-2710
403-360-7639 (cell)
@ULethbridge
Our University’s Blackfoot name is Iniskim, meaning Sacred Buffalo Stone. The University is located in traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory. We honour the Blackfoot people and their traditional ways of knowing in caring for this land, as well as all Indigenous Peoples who have helped shape and continue to strengthen our University community.