Black History Month

For updated event information, visit the MEC Cultural Heritage Month Programming website.

Thursday, February 1: Black History Month MEC Day Lunch: Taste of Soul

Join MEC as we enjoy some soul food in the spirit of fellowship and in celebration of Black History Month. A variety of dishes associated Black culture will be served and catered by Soul Sistahs. This event is free to all UD students, faculty and staff. First-come, first-served. 

 11:30 A.M. -  1:30 P.M. MEC FAMILY ROOM, ALUMNI HALL 104

Friday, February 2: Spades Tournament

Do you have what it takes to land on top during our Black History Month Spades tournament. A celebration and staple in Black culture, Spades is a card game that is significant to many families. Find a partner and sign up here to try your luck. Top two teams will receive prizes.

 5:30P.M. MEC FAMILY ROOM, ALUMNI HALL 104

BATU WEEK 2024

Monday, February 5: Black Professionals in White Spaces: A Discussion

This event features an in-depth discussion surrounding Black professionals in White spaces. Open to all students, faculty, and staff.

6:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. KU 312

Tuesday, February 6: Jewelry-Making

This event allows participants to create their own jewelry inspired by Black excellence. Open to all students, faculty, and staff.

7:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. KU 331

Wednesday, February 7: African-American Folklore

This event features a presentation on the history of African-American folklore followed by a writing workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to reimagine or recreate their own version of folklore via short stories, poems, or paintings. These pieces will be eligible for submission to the BATU Ball Gallery.

Thursday, February 8: BATU Film Festival 

Discover Black culture in a series of films present by BATU.

6:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. KU 331

Saturday, February 10: BATU's Black Excellence Ball

The Black Excellence Ball is returning as a culmination to BATU Week and a highlight of Black History Month festivities. There will be a brief recognition ceremony, great music, a photo booth and a Black Excellence Gallery. Tickets will go on sale on 1850.

7:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. KENNEDY UNION BALLROOM

Monday, February 12: MEC Lunch and Learn - Building Your Network (Supporting Black-Identifying Women)

Fifth Third Bank would like to collaborate with the Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center to hold a safe space to discuss professionalism, networking and the nuances of the professional world for multi-ethnic students. The Lunch & Learn sessions will be a series of programs where students are able to gain more insight and ask pertinent questions related to the workforce. Open to all students, faculty, and staff.

12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. MEC CONFERENCE ROOM 116

Tuesday, February 20: Black LGBTQ+ Artists

FOLX and LGBTQ+ Campus Ministry are collaborating to bring campus an event highlihgting Black LGBTQ+ artists. From music to writing to painting, Black LGBTQ+ artist have inspired the artistic world. Learn more about them at this event! 

7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. TBD

Thursday, February 22: MEC Lunch and Learn - The Digital Universe: Social Media Etiquette & Awareness (Supporting Black-Identifying Women)

Fifth Third Bank would like to collaborate with the Multi-Ethnic Education and Engagement Center to hold a safe space to discuss professionalism, networking and the nuances of the professional world for multi-ethnic students. The Lunch & Learn sessions will be a series of programs where students are able to gain more insight and ask pertinent questions related to the workforce. Open to all students, faculty, and staff.

12:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. MEC CONFERENCE ROOM 116

6th Annual Maafa Commemoration Week 

Tuesday, February 20: Kindred Book Club Dinner + Discussion 

As part of the Maafa Commemoration Series, students, faculty, and staff have read Kindred by Octavia E. Butler. This event highlights the culmination of the book club and will debrief with a discussion surrounding the book. RSVP Required.

5:00 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. ADELE MCGINNIS LOUNGE

More events TBD.

Maafa at UD

The Inaugural Maafa Commemoration was held on the campus of the University of Dayton in February of 2019.

Additional student organizations can be found through 1850, the university's platform for campus groups.