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Black History Month
Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month. It has received official recognition from governments in the United States and Canada and more recently has been observed during October in Ireland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Black History Month marks achievements made by African Americans and is a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month.
2026 Black History Month Activities
STUDENT OF COLOR AFFINITY GROUP
The Student of Color Affinity Group hosted a Paint and Sip Lemonade activity during which Usoma Ononiwu '27 highlighted the achievements and artistic techniques and works of Alma Thomas, the first Black woman to have a solo exhibition in the Whitney Museum of American Art.
DR. JOSEPH BONK'S ENGLISH STUDENTS designed a bulletin board featuring historical Black figures and artists with impactful quotes that resonated with the students.
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
During lunch patterns, students engaged in trivia games about Black history and culture. A presentation spotlighting the accomplishments of Ruby Bridges, American civil rights activist, was displayed outside of the Student Center throughout the month of February.
The Student of Color Affinity Group hosted a Paint and Sip Lemonade activity during which Usoma Ononiwu '27 highlighted the achievements and artistic techniques and works of Alma Thomas, the first Black woman to have a solo exhibition in the Whitney Museum of American Art.
DR. JOSEPH BONK'S ENGLISH STUDENTS designed a bulletin board featuring historical Black figures and artists with impactful quotes that resonated with the students.
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
During lunch patterns, students engaged in trivia games about Black history and culture. A presentation spotlighting the accomplishments of Ruby Bridges, American civil rights activist, was displayed outside of the Student Center throughout the month of February.
Resources for Black History Month have been shared by Mercy Education and the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas.
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