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Thursday, February 2 |
Tuesday, February 7 |
Black History Month Opening Ceremony
Kick off a month of celebration and enjoy a live multimedia experience entitled "The Road to Freedom", highlighting the work of those who banded together to challenge the injustices of racial discrimination and inequality.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone |
Breaking Down Barriers
Join CGG and SOCA as we learn more about stereotypes, discuss ways to overcome these challenges, and how we can "break down the barriers" that are experienced in the Iona College community and society
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone. |
Tuesday, February 7 |
Wednesday, February 8 |
CSTEP Information Table
The Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP) seeks to increase the number of underrepresented and economically disadvantaged students who pursue careers in science, technology engineering, mathematics, health-related fields, and professional licensure. Stop by the table to learn how you might be eligible the program to receive program-specific tutoring, counseling, graduate school admission advising, and career experience.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, Lobby
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Coffee House
Express yourself and showcase your talents at the Campus Ministries Coffee House with a special dedication to Black History Month. Refreshments will be served
Time: 9:00 - 11:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone.
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Thursday, February 9 |
Friday, February 10 |
Black History Month Hospitality Dinner
Join the student ministry team and gather as a community in honor of Black History Month.
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Montgomery House
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Black Student Success on a Predominantly White Campus
Students are welcome to join Dr. Susan Toliver, chair of the Sociology Department, to discuss strategies, obstacles, resources, and supports for success at Iona College.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, Conference Room 5
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Saturday, February 11 |
Sunday, February 12 |
The Lion King on Broadway
Inspired by African design, music, and culture and the winner of six Tony Awards, it is the story of a young lion cub named Simba who struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role as king. Tickets are $45 and must be purchased at the Office Student Development (LaPenta Student Union, 2nd floor) in advance. Iona College students only.
Time: 8:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, Lot at 4 pm for bus
Minskoff Theatre - 200 W 45th St, New York, NY |
Black History Month Mass
Celebrate and reflect at the Iona College Community Mass honoring Black History Month.
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Helen T. Arrigoni Library & Technology Center |
Wednesday, February 15 |
Thursday, February 16 |
Carlos Robson, Spoken Word Artist
Poetry Slam artist, Carlos Robson, shares his experiences about his life with his dynamic ability to blend soul-shaking stories of love, loss, and redemption with his stylistic re-interpretations of spiritual hymns and children's songs.
Time: 9:30 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone. |
From the Bottom of My Heart - Heart Disease Prevention
February is National Heart Disease Prevention month. Stop by the LaPenta Student Union Lobby to learn more about healthy living and free screening.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, Lobby |
Friday, February 17 |
Tuesday, February 21 |
Reggae vs. Reggaeton Party
Join HOLA and SOCA for this dance party as the DJ battles out the sounds of Reggae and Reggaeton.
Time : 10:00 pm - 2:00 am
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone.
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Love Has No Color or Borders
This panel discussion will focus on interracial and interreligious dating and its challenges.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone.
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Wednesday, February 22 |
Thursday, February 23 |
The Help Movie Showing
The Help is an inspirational, courageous and empowering story about very different, extraordinary women in the 1960s South who build an unlikely friendship around a secret writing project - one that breaks society's rules and puts them all at risk.
Time: 9:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone.
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The Multicultural Experience on Campus: A Roundtable Discussion
Students are invited to attend a roundtable discussion to talk about their experiences from a multicultural lens. Please contact Leo Pedraza at lpedraza@iona.edu to register. Co-facilitated by Jasmine Smalls, RHD. Lunch will be provided.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, Conference Room 5. |
Saturday, February 25 |
Monday, February 27 |
Iona College Student Leadership Conference
All students are invited to explore their personal leadership at this free conference. The event will include a keynote speaker and two breakout sessions. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Please contact Leo Pedraza at lpedraza@iona.edu or visit the Office of Student Development for more information
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: Romita Auditorium, Ryan Library
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Post Obama: Where Are We Now?
In light of the milestone of the election of America's first black President, Dr. Mary Hagerty of the Political Science Department will host a panel discussion focusing on the role of race in American elections from expansion of the right to vote as a result of the Civil Rights movement to more current issues of electing public officials.
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone. |
Tuesday, February 28 |
Wednesday, February 29 |
Taste of the Tropics
Come experience a little taste of the Caribbean culture through this Jeopardy-style game for a chance to win a free prize. Food will also be provided.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone.
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Worth A Thousand Words: Art, Objects and the Stories They Tell Stories of African American History and Culture.
Learn how to find the stories of history and culture by visually reading art objects of the 19th and 20th century. Join Alona Cooper Wilson, Assistant Director & Curator of The Amistad Center for Art & Culture, who will help conclude our month celebration.
Time: Noon - 1:00 pm
Location: Robert V. LaPenta Student Union, End Zone. |
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Coordinated by the Black History Month Planning Committee in conjunction with The Amistad Center for Art & Culture, Black Student Union, Campus Ministries, Council on the Arts, Council of Greek Governance, Department of Political Science, Department of Sociology, Gael Activities Board, Hispanic Organization of Latino Awareness,Inter-Residence Council, Residential Life, Office of Student Development, Students of Caribbean Ancestry, and Wellness Center.
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