NEWS

NEWBERRY — Newberry College has planned a series of events to celebrate, illuminate and inspire throughout Black History Month.

Saturday, Feb. 1

Black History Month Celebration at Wolves Basketball

Newberry Athletics will recognize African American former student-athletes. The Wolves will face Limestone University, with the women tipping off at 2 p.m. and the men at 4 p.m. at Eleazer Arena. Tickets can be purchased at newberrywolves.com.

Monday, Feb. 3 — Friday, Feb. 7

Black History Month Food Celebration

Noon in Kaufmann Dining Hall

A variety of Black cultural dishes will be served throughout the week by the College’s partners at Metz Culinary Management. Participants may enjoy a buffet lunch in the dining hall for $9.19.

Wednesday, Feb. 5

Wednesday Chapel Panel Discussion: “So That All May Flourish: Lutheran Higher Education During Challenging Times”

10 a.m. in Wiles Chapel

The panel will include the Rev. Lamont Wells, executive director of the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities, and the Rev. Susan Crowell, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Greenville. The panel will be moderated by Campus Pastor David Coffman ’97. Campus will operate on convocation schedule, with more time between classes to allow all individuals the opportunity to attend. This event is free.

Wednesday, Feb. 5, and Thursday, Feb. 20

Black History Month Table Talks, sponsored by the Muller Center for Multicultural & Civic Engagement

Noon in Kaufmann Dining Hall

Table hosts will include Wells, Barbara Davis ’79 (first Black president of the Athletic and Lettermen’s clubs), Nancy Lou Anderson-Glasgow ’70 (first Black graduate), Marshall Prince ’81 (first Black member of the Board of Trustees), Dr. Altheia Richardson (vice president for diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging), and Dr. Peggy Winder ’86 (first Black full-time professor and first Black woman to be inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame). Participants may enjoy a buffet lunch in the dining hall for $9.19, or simply attend the talk for free.

Thursday, Feb. 6

Keynote: “This is How We Do It: Defining Your Own Vocation” by the Rev. Lamont Wells

7 p.m. in the Alumni Music Center’s West Recital Hall

A reception will immediately follow the event. This event is free.

Wednesday, Feb. 12, and Thursday, Feb. 13

Movie Nights: “Black Panther” (Feb. 12) and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” (Feb. 13)

8 p.m. in Kaufmann Hall

Refreshments will be provided. Bring a blanket to make a comfortable spot. This event is free.

Sunday, Feb. 23

Inaugural Newberry College Black Business Expo

2-5 p.m. at the Center for Teacher Education, 1121 Speers St.

Various Black-owned businesses will showcase their products and services, and food trucks will offer on-site dining options. This event is free.

Please contact diversity@newberry.edu with questions.