Black History Month at Furman

Hello! My name is Gracie Carroll, and I am a junior Communication Studies major from Aiken, SC. It’s February, which means it’s Black History Month!

Furman has many events dedicated to honoring and celebrating African American history and culture. Through engaging discussions, inspiring performances, and entertaining activities, Furman’s Center for Inclusive Communities aims to foster understanding, promote unity, and celebrate the Black individuals on our campus and in our greater community. Join us in commemorating Black History Month and embracing the opportunity to learn, reflect, and celebrate the diversity that strengthens us all!

List of Black History Month events:

 February 1^st: Black History Month Kickoff

February 5^th: #CultureTags

February 7^th: Celebrating Black Excellence Talent Show

February 9^th: Spades Tournament and Tutorials

February 12^th: NAACP founders’ Day Banquet

February 13^th: Dinner with a Din

February 15^th: Gospel Concert

February 21^st: The State of DEI in Corporate America

February 21^st: Sip ‘n Paint: Black History Month Edition

February 22^nd: Black People Meet

February 23^rd: CIC Black History Month Drop-In

February 28^th: Black History Month Closing Celebration

 

The Black History month celebrations come just a few days after Furman’s Joseph Vaughn Day. Joseph Vaughn was Furman’s first African American student, and his legacy of courage lives on.

Furman Student Diversity Council President, Abijah Leamon ’24, says, “I call you all to continue to fight for what is right, educate yourself on what you aren’t familiar with, and advocate for others even when it gets challenging. I challenge you to use Joseph Vaughn’s legacy to motivate you and guide you in deciding how you will commit to your community. Change will not come if we stop moving. We are all in this together.” There are a lot of great events being planned and held by diverse organizations, so use them as an opportunity to learn more about people in your community. Take the opportunity to support! Happy Black History Month!”