News 2020: Black History 4 Seasons announces spring 2020 events

Events focus on engaging students and the community in conversations about the African American experience

The Black History 4 Seasons Council offers events focused on engaging students and the broader community in deeper conversations and ongoing dialogue about the African American experience.

These free, public events look to create a community dialogue on important issues to the African American experience. All events take place on campus at 285 Old Westport Rd, unless otherwise indicated. For complete details, visit www.umassd.edu/blackhistory.

Upcoming events:

Lecture by Dr. Jorge Tolentino: “U.S. Cabo Verde Relations: The Construction of a Historic and Strategic Partnership”

Hosted by the Cape Verdean Student Association in collaboration with the Pedro Pires Institute for Cape Verdean Studies at Bridgewater State University.

Thursday, March 19, 2020, Foster Administration Building, Board of Trustees, Room 333, 5 pm - 6:30 pm

Unity Fest Presents Reunion

Enjoy cultural activities, music, dancing, diverse foods, giveaways and more. Sponsored by the Frederick Douglass Unity House & BH4SC

Thursday, April 9, 2020, Campus Quad, 4 - 7 pm

ALANA Graduation Reception

UMass Dartmouth celebrates African American, Latino, Asian and Native American graduates of color. Sponsored by the Frederick Douglass Unity House & BH4SC. Contact Donna Moore at dmoore@umassd.edu or 508-999-9222

Saturday, May 2, 2020, 10 am - 1 pm

New Bedford NAACP 31st Annual Freedom Fund Breakfast

NAACP UMass Dartmouth College Chapter and Youth Council graduates are honored with NAACP New Bedford Branch scholarships at this annual event. Sponsored by the NAACP New Bedford Branch and Youth Council & the UMass Dartmouth NAACP College Chapter. For tickets, contact LaSella Hall, lhall1@umassd.edu or 508-999-9220

Saturday, June 6, 2020, Century House, Acushnet, MA 9 - 11:30 am