Black FUTURE Month 2024
Week 1 - A Place at the Table
"Is That Black Enough For You?"
Location: 5280 Clifton Court
Time: 2 - 3 p.m.
Elvis Mitchell, documentary filmmaker and critic from the OTR International Film Festival discuss Mitchell's documentary film, "Is That Black Enough For You?!?" The film examines the history, craft, and legacy of African-American cinema. The film is streaming on Netflix, so attendees are asked to view the Afro-American Museum and it in advance.
Sponsors: Niehoff Center for Film & Media Studies, OTR International Film Festival, Department of English
For more information, contact: Michael Gott
"Not Your Grandma's Black History Month Lecture" with Dr. Holly Y McGee
Location: Zoom
Time: 7 p.m.
ls Black History Month still necessary? Relevant, even? This conversation compels a reconsideration of the historical experiences and contemporary legacies associated with being Black in America. Join us online for a lively webinar that will bring a fresh perspective on the value of Black History Month, and why Black History happens 365 days a year!
Sponsors: The National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center; Department of Africana Studies
For more information, contact: Jerolyn Barbee, Assistant Director, NAAMC; p. 800-752-2603 ext. 2120
Location: AACRC
Time: TBA
Sponsors: AACRC
For more information, contact: AACRC
Location: TUC Great Hall
Time: 5 - 9 p.m.
Sponsors: AACRC
For more infromation, contact: AACRC
Location: 7080 Reading Road, Cincinnati OH 45237
Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join in celebrating Allen Temple AME's 200th Anniversary on this very special First Sunday. You do NOT want to miss the special guest pastor for the day, or the fellowship and following service proudly co-sponsored by Allen Temple and the Office of Vice Studies Provost Keisha Love.
Sponsors: Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and Graduate Affairs; Department of Africana Studies
Event Link: Allen Temple African Methodist Episcopal Church I Home
Location: TUC Atrium
Time: 12:01 p.m.
Join the AACRC choir, the Black Faculty Association, and the Department of Africana Studies in paying homage to James Weldon Johnson's eloquent poem-turned-hymn that was recognized in 1919 by the NAACP as the "Negro National Anthem," and is today still celebrated as the "Black National Anthem."
Sponsors: The Black Faculty Association, the AACRC,Department of Africana Studies
Event Contact: Dr. Holly Y. McGee; Department of Africana Studies Studies
Location: The Jacob Rader Marcus Center of the American Jewish Archives 3101 Clifton Avenue
or Join Online via Zoom.
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Holly McGee from the Department of Africana Studies as she discusses her research on Kivie Kaplan, the last, non-Black Executive President of the NAACP and the legacies of interracial political cooperation between Blacks and Jews in modern America.
Sponsors: The American Jewish Archives; The Department of Africana Studies
Event Contact: Dr. Dana Herman, Associate Director, American Jewish Archives
Soul Food Cook Off
Location: AACRC
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Come enjoy the THIRD annual campus-wide opportunity to cast your vote on the best beans,greens, meat, potatoes, mac-n-cheese, and family favorites. All you have to do is eat, then vote, and the winner walks away with the coveted Golden Foot Award!
Sponsors: The Department of Africana Studies; AACRC
Event Contact: Cassandra Jones
Drink-N-Think
Location: Ludlow Wines 331 Ludlow Avenue
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Ludlow Wines will host Dr. Holly Y. McGee every Wednesday in Black History Month for a 4-part lecture series on everything you've ever wanted to know about African American History but were hesitant to ask. Are you ready to drink, laugh, learn, and grow? Of course you are!
Event Details: "Does America Still Need Black History Month?" Learn about the origins of Black History Month and engage in thoughtful discussion regarding the continuation (or cancellation) of the officialc elebration.
Sponsors: The Department of Africana Studies; Charles P. Taft Research Center
Event Contact: Dr. Holly Y. McGee; Department of Africana Studies
Location: 3616 French Hall West (Africana Studies Student Lounge)
Time: 7:15 - 9:30 p.m.
Join the UC History Club in watching the movie Hidden Figures to celebrate Black Future Month! Popcorn, soda, and water will be provided.
Sponsors: The History Club
Event Contact: Catherine Marshall
Location: Sigma Sigma COmmons
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the return of three (3) of the best Black Food Trucks in the Cincinnati/Dayton region ... for FREE! Just attend any event during the fast week of Black FUTURE Month to claim your food ticket at the end of the event, then come grab your plate of grub on Friday!
Sponsors: The College of A&S; The Department of Africana Studies; the AACRC
Location & Time: Bi-Okoto Cultural Center
*FREE transportation provided! Pickup at AACRC at 12:30PM / Return at 5:30PM
Enjoy a gathering/inclusion of young adults that seeks to foster positive interactions, meetings, drumming, dancing, play reading and networking. Transportation, admission to Bi-Okoto, and lunch are all provided FREE to the first 50 Bearcats!
Sponsors: Office of the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs; A&S Office of Retention and Student Success; Bi-Okoto Cultural Center; the Department of Africana Studies
Event Contact: Olivia Riggs - College Possible Success Coach
Week 2 - Black Digital Futures
Location: 5707 Madison Rd.
Time: 10:45 a.m.
Join us for a second, spirit-filled, blended worship with Gaines United Methodist Church! Rev. Aletha Botts welcomes guest speaker, Pastor James Stallworth, who will lead this very special Black FUTURE Month service. Stay afterwards, for Fellowship Hour where Bearcats can enjoy meetings parishoners over refreshments and boardgames.
Sponsors: Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and Graduate Affairs; Department of AfricanaStudies
Event Contact: Gaines United Methodist Church (513.271.9096)
Location: TUC Atrium
Time: 12:01 p.m.
Join the AACRC choir, the Black Faculty Association, and the Department of Africana Studies in paying homage to James Weldon Johnson's eloquent poem-turned-hymn that was recognized in 1919 by the NAACP as the "Negro National Anthem," and is today still celebrated as the "Black National Anthem."
Sponsors: The Black Faculty Association, the AACRC, the Department of Africana Studies
Event Contact: Department of Africana Studies
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Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon
Location: Lansgam 462 and 475
Time: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Come transcribe the correspondence of the Black activist Frederick Douglass! Around the country, local organizers host events in which faculty, students, staff, and community members gather to transcribe archival records, manuscripts, letters, and other writing by prominent, but understudied figures from Black history.
Sponsors: Department of English
Drink-N-Think
Location: Ludlow Wines 331 Ludlow Avenue
Time:6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Ludlow Wines will host Dr. Holly Y. McGee every Wednesday in Black History Month for a 4-part lecture series on everything you've ever wanted to know about African American History but were hesitant to ask. Are you ready to drink, laugh, learn, and grow? Of course you are!
Event Details: "AP African American Studies in High School Curriculum” Come find out why Black Studies is so terrifying that some states have made it illegal for students to learn basic facts about our nation’s history.
Sponsors: The Department of Africana Studies; Charles P. Taft Research Center
Location: TUC Cinema (220 TUC)
Time: 1PM-4:30PM (*20-minute documentary on loop!)
Join Africana Studies as we screen Urbanist Media's 20-minute documentary, "Urban Renewal Means Negro Removal," about the wholesale demolition of Cincinnati's Lower West End for the construction of Interstate 75 during the mid-20th century. *The documentary will play on a continuous loop and attendees are welcome to drop in at their convenience in the afternoon to take part in the experience*
Sponsored by: The Department of Africana Studies;Urbanist Media
Location: AACRC Harambee Room
Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Join SIS to spread some love and get creative as they celebrate Galentine's Day and create festive bouquets.
Sponsors: AACRC
Event Contact: Sisters Impacting Sisters
Location: The Graduate CIncinnati
Time: 6 - 9 p.m.
The Onyx & Ruby Gala recognizes the achievements of African American alumni, faculty, staff and students at the University of Cincinnati. This elegant evening is one of the UC Alumni Association’s largest events each year. *REGISTRATION REQUIRED*
Week 3 - Black Tech, Arts, & Entrepreneurialism
Location: 26 West North Bend Rd., Cincinnati, OH, 45216
Time: 10:45AM
Join us for UC's first visit to New Jerusalem! We love featuring new churches each February, and this is our SIGNATURE VISIT for 2024! Stay afterwards, for Fellowship Hour where Bearcats can enjoy meeting parishoners over refreshments and boardgames.
Sponsored by:
Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and Graduate Affairs; Department of Africana Studies
Location: TUC Atrium Time: 12:01 p.m. Join the AACRC choir, the Black Faculty Association, and the Department of Africana Studies in paying homage to James Weldon Johnson’s eloquent poem-turned-hymn that was recognized in 1919 by the NAACP as the “Negro National Anthem,” and is today still celebrated as the “Black National Anthem.” Sponsors: The Black Faculty Association, the AACRC, the Department of Africana Studies Event Contact: Dr. Holly Y. McGee; Department of Africana Studies |
Location: AACRC
Time: 11:00AM - 12:20PM
Listen in as a panel of local Black journalists discuss the challenges they face in the newsroom and out in the field in regard to racial bias and public discourse. They'll also talk about the evolving job opportunities for Black journalists, and why diversity in the modern newsroom matters more than ever.
Sponsored by: Greater Cincinnati Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ)
For more information contact: Jenny Wohlfarth, Journalism Professor (jenny.wohlfarth@uc.edu)
Black-Owned Business Fair
Location: Lindner College of Business/Atruim
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join us for a vibrant showcase featuring 10 outstanding Black-owned businesses from the city of Cincinnati. This is a fantastic opportunity to support local entrepreneurs, discover unique products and services, and celebrate the contributions of Black-owned businesses to our community.
Sponsors: Carl H Lindner College of Business; Office of Inclusive Excellence; Cincinnati African American Chamber of Commerce
Drink-N-Think
Location: Ludlow Wines (331 Ludlow Avenue
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Ludlow Wines will host Dr. Holly Y. McGee every Wednesday in Black History Month for a 4-part lecture series on everything you've ever wanted to know about African American History but were hesitant to ask. Are you ready to drink, laugh, learn, and grow? Of course you are!
Event Details: “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” Pick up your FREE COPY at Ludlow Wines, then join us for a thought-provoking book talk on a controversial American classic!
Sponsors: The Department of Africana Studies; Charles P. Taft Research Center
Location: Probasco Auditorium
Time: 6 - 9 p.m.
Join us in welcoming Dr. Meredith Evans, director of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, to learn how one local, historical Black church is poised to be a national model for preservation success. Dr. Evans will discuss the importance of archival work being conducted by Union Baptist Church, and how technology is playing a key role in linking African American history to the Black Future. Cosponsored by the Union Baptist Church and the Charles P. Taft Research Center.
Sponsors: Co-Sponsored by Union Baptist Church and the Charles P. Taft Research Center
Event Contacts:
Louise Stevenson, Union Baptist Church, 513-309-5125
Sarah May, Union Baptist Church, 513-254-3803
Dr. Holly Y. McGee; Department of Africana Studies
Common Read: Janelle Monae's The Memory Librarian (Black Sociology Reading Group)
Location: Harambee Room AACRC
Time: 12:00pm - 1pm
Pick up a free copy of Janelle Monae's short story collection, The Memory Librarian, in A&S 248 and then join us on 2/23 for a group discussion of the book!
Jazz Concert @ AACRC
Location: AACRC - Main Lounge
Time: 5:30pm-7:00pm
"A Jazz Thing" - A Black History Month Jazz Showcase at the African American Cultural and Resource Center on Friday, February 23 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm featuring The CCM Jazz Quintet
Sponsored by: African American Black Male Staff Employee Resource Group & A&S Africana Studies
For more information please contact: Arthur Walton (waltonab@ucmail.uc.edu)
Airship Ashanti Cosplayers
Location: TUC
Time: 2-4 p.m.
*Private event for CANS 4th and 5th grade students*
It’s Just Skin, Silly!
It's just Skin, Silly! is a clever, quirky illustrated children’s book on the evolution of skin color, based on research from expert anthropologist Dr. Nina Jablonski and historian Dr. Holly Y. McGee. Dr. McGee will lead a fun, interactive afternoon of reading and learning with CANS students who are poised to learn more facts that will help them challenge false narratives.
Sponsors: The Charles P. Taft Research Center; the Department of Africana Studies; Catalyst Press
Event Contact: Lauren Cofrin (CANS PTO)
Week 4 - Health & Wellness
Union Baptist Church + Union Baptist Cemetery Tour
Location: In-person and social media livestream
405 West Seventh Street (church) + 4933 Cleves Warsaw Pike (cemetery)
Time: Session 1: 10:45 a.m. - In-person & social media livestream Session 2: 1 p.m. - In-person or via Zoom
Join us for our final Historical Church visit at Union Baptist Church, the oldest, free Black Baptist church in the state of Ohio. Following services, enjoy fellowship and refreshments with congregants before heading to Union Baptist Cemetery to learn about the hidden history of Black Cincinnati, led by cemetery historian, Chris Hanlin.
Sponsors: Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement and Graduate Affairs; Department of Africana Studies
Zoom link for Union Baptist Church and Union Baptsist Cemetary Tour
Learn more about the Union Baptist Church + Union Baptist Cemetery Tour Event
"Lincoln School Story" Screening and Discussion
Location: The Esquire Theatre
Time: 1- 3 p.m
THE LINCOLN SCHOOL STORY is a new documentary film which tells the inspiring story of a group of courageous African American mothers and children and their fight for school integration in 1954 in the town of Hillsboro, Ohio. Their lawsuit against the school board was one of the first test cases of the historic Brown v. Board of Education decision. Despite segregationist redistricting, cross burnings, job losses and legal threats, they marched for two years in one of the longest sustained civil rights marches in American history.
Sponsors: Niehoff Center for Film & Media Studies, the Nathaniel R. Jones Center for Race, Gender, and Social Justice, and Ohio Humanities
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Location: TUC Atrium Time: 12:01 p.m. Join the AACRC choir, the Black Faculty Association, and the Department of Africana Studies in paying homage to James Weldon Johnson’s eloquent poem-turned-hymn that was recognized in 1919 by the NAACP as the “Negro National Anthem,” and is today still celebrated as the “Black National Anthem.” Sponsors: The Black Faculty Association, the AACRC, the Department of Africana Studies Event Contact: Dr. Holly Y. McGee; Department of Africana Studies |
Location: AACRC Main Lounge
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join SIS and UC Black Women on the Move for their annual Sip & Paint event. Sponsors: AACRC and UCBWM Event Contact: Sisters Impacting Sisters; UC Black Women on the Move |
Location: Ludlow Wines 331 Ludlow Avenue
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Ludlow Wines will host Dr. Holly Y. McGee every Wednesday in Black History Month for a 4-part lecture series on everything you've ever wanted to know about African American History but were hesitant to ask. Are you ready to drink, laugh, learn, and grow? Of course you are!
Event Details: “David Walker’s Appeal” Before there was Malcolm X, there was David Walker. Scan the QR code to read a 19th century text that cost an activist his life, then come ready to discuss it...if you dare!Sponsors: The Department of Africana Studies; Charles P. Taft Research Center
Sponsors: The Department of Africana Studies; Charles P. Taft Research Center
Event Contact: Dr. Holly Y. McGee
Location: Contemporary Arts Center; 44 E. 6th Street
Time: 5-7 p.m. Come close out Black FUTURE Month 2024 with an exciting, LIVE poetry performance with the Charles P. Taft Research Center's Postdoctoral Fellows! Admission and refreshments are FREE! Sponsors: The Charles P. Taft Research Center; The Contemporry Arts Center Event Contact: The Charles P. Taft Center |