Celebrate – Martin Luther King
Thursday, January 23, 2020: Noon| LLGC, MPR
Freedom Crossing
Presenter: Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center
Discover the history of the Underground Railroad
Friday, January 24, 2020: 5:00pm| Dun 127
Harriet – (Film Screening & Discussion)
Attendees will view the film, Harriet. Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter. HARRIET tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman’s escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.
Monday, January 27, 2020: 11:00am-3:00pm| LLGC & MPR
Black Inventions Traveling Museum
Tuesday, January 28, 2020: 5:00pm| St. Vincent’s Hall, Room 405/406
Willie Perdomo
Poet. Storyteller. The author will celebrate MLK’s influence on the arts and examine moments where poetry echoed the struggles to freedom.
Wednesday, January 29, 2020: 5:00pm | Russell J. Salvatore Dining Common
Steve Robbins: “Your Brain is Good at Inclusion Except when It’s Not”
Join OMA for a conversation about inclusion!
Thursday, January 30, 2020: 12:15pm-1:15pm| LLGC
Did you Know?
Explore the stories of historical African American leaders and history.
Friday, January 31, 2020: 6:00pm| Russell J. Salvatore Dining Commons
A Night of Motown (Dine with OMA)
Live Band, honoring the iconic Motown Records highlighting musical legends like The Temptations, Al Green, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, and many more. Traditional African American food will be served. Join OMA for live music and food and fun!
NU Students: free with NU ID
All others: $5 at the door – help support diversity and inclusion programs at NU and the surrounding community.