Updates

Black History Month 2021 events happening this week:​​

Tuesday, Feb. 23 | Noon - 1 P.M.
Misperceptions of Black Women in Politics
(Misperceptions of Black Women Lunch and Learn Series)
Please join us for the Feb. 23 lunch and learn: Misperceptions of Black Women in Politics​ ​In Misperceptions of Black Women in Politics, we will be joined by the first Black mayor of Gordon, GA, Mayor Mary Ann Whipple-Lue. Mayor Whipple-Lue will share her experiences working in politics as a Black woman in Georgia’s recent, tumultuous political climate. This lunch and learn will also unpack the Black woman’s role in the current U.S. socio-political climate. Sponsored by UCS, The Commons, OMSA

Tuesday, Feb. 23 | Noon - 1 P.M.
Lift Every Voice - Black Alumni Across the Industries: Politics & Public Service
Join us to hear esteemed alumni share their successes as well as lessons learned as they have navigated their careers in the politics and public service industry, and how their race and ethnicity has played a role in their professional journey. Sponsored by the Office of Alumni Relations

Tuesday, Feb. 23 | 7 - 9 P.M.
Black Jews in North America
A panel on Black Jews in North America featuring three speakers: Rebecca Pierce, Tema Smith, and Sherrina Gibson. Moderated by David Weinfeld. Sponsored by VCU Center of Judaic Studies

Wednesday, Feb. 24 | Noon - 1:30 P.M.
Black Girl Boss: Professionalism According to the Black Woman
This panel event will showcase the diverse spectrum of black professional women. Sponsored by UCS, The Commons, OMSA

Wednesday, Feb. 24 | 7 - 8 P.M.
"Do They Actually Listen?”: Healthcare Advocacy in the Black Community Panel
Purpose: The purpose of this panel is to empower students and attendees to become better advocates for and increase the agency of Black individuals in receiving health services. Sponsored by the Office of Alumni Relations, VCU Athletics, VCU School of Medicine

Friday, Feb. 26 | Noon - 1 P.M.
Systemic Racism, Medical Mistrust and the COVID-19 Vaccine
VCU Health

Friday, Feb. 26 | 6 - 7:30 P.M.
Club Quarantine: BHM Edition
Come unwind and vibe with us as we close out Black History Month 2021.
Virtual DJ set, sounds brought to you by Lowe Maceo!
Sponsored by OMSA, We Are Innominate

Registration links for all Black History Month 2021 events can be found here.

For general questions about University operations, please email dsa@vcu.edu or call (804) 828-1244.

For questions about OMSA programming and office operations, please email omsa@vcu.edu.

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