Since 1976, each February has been host to a series of events recognizing the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout U.S. history. It is as much a celebration as it is a time of education and reflection. Accordingly, UNMC has planned multiple events to share and commemorate African American culture. Check out the UNMC Newsroom’s post for full details and see below for an abbreviated summary of next week’s events.
Speakers and Panels
February 13th, 7pm
Local media panelists including Terri D. Sanders, publisher of the Omaha Star Newspaper; William King, owner of Media King Communications; Monique Farmer, CEO and founder of Anvil Ready; Serese Cole, KMTV news anchor; and KETV reporters Waverle Monroe and Jonah Gilmore. Available via YouTube.
Other Events
February 6th-24th
Donate to a campuswide diaper and supply drive. Donations will go to A Mother’s Love and the Nebraska Diaper Bank. A list of donations and drop-off locations can be found here.
Heads up for later this month
February 25th
A two-hour guided tour of North Omaha. On this tour, attendees will learn about the rich legacy of the area, the African American community and why North Omaha is a beacon of the past and important for the future. Pre-registration is required.