Black History Month
Description: Black History Month is an annual observance originating in the United States, where it is also known as African-American History Month.
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Intercalary or Ayyam-i-ha
Description: This celebration marks the start of the fasting month, where Bahá’ís 15 years and older abstain from food and drink between
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Otto Neals: Exhibit & Artist Talk
Otto Neals: Exhibit & Artist Talk
Otto Neals is a world-renowned painter, sculptor, and printmaker and one of the most respected visual artists in our lifetime. His commissions
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In Collaboration with Student Soul Food Festival
In Collaboration with Student Soul Food Festival
Soul Food has always been an important part of African American culture and carries added significance beyond nourishment in the lives of
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Nineteen-Day Fast
Baha’is between 15 and 70 years of age do not eat or drink from sunrise to sunset and set aside time for
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Women’s History Month Opening Ceremony
Women’s History Month Opening Ceremony
Join us in Bedford’s Founders Auditorium to kick things off with a parade of flags, a steelpan performance and a keynote speaker
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Yoga and Meditation Series
Women’s History Month in collaboration with the Medgar Evers College Multimedia Dance Studio Presents: Elevate your well-being and discover techniques to enhance
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Maha Shivaratri
Hindu celebration of the birth of Lord Shiva. Religious / Ethnic Group - Hindu Tradition and Practices - On the day of
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26th Annual John A. Gibbs 2024 Conference on Environmental Issues
26th Annual John A. Gibbs 2024 Conference on Environmental Issues
Locations: Founders Auditorium and rotunda area, B1008 & Art Room B1009 (for breakfast only), 1st-floor lobby area to display posters), room 312
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Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Shaping the Future
Women in Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Shaping the Future
Women’s History Month in collaboration with the Center for Law and Social Justice, Medgar Evers College Presents: A Panel Discussion with women
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Annual Health and Wellness Fair
Annual Health and Wellness Fair
TREASURE YOUR HEALTH – IT’S YOUR GOLDEN TICKET Join the Office of Health Services for its annual Health & Wellness Fair. During
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Empowering Women through Information
Empowering Women through Information
Office of Kings County District Attorney Eric Gonzalez in collaboration with the Medgar Evers College Women’s History Month Committee Presents: How to
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Spill the Tea
Spill the Tea
The Office of Student Life and Development In Collaboration with the Office of Health Services, the Office of Counseling & Psychological Services,
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St. Patrick’s Day
Feast day of the patron saint of Ireland. In the U.S., a secular version is celebrated by people of all faiths through
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Clean Monday
The beginning of Great Lent for Eastern Christian churches, which starts 40 days before Orthodox Easter (Pascha), counting Sundays. Religious / Ethnic
A Conversation with DONNA HILL, an American Author and Professor
A Conversation with DONNA HILL, an American Author and Professor
Join us for an intimate conversation with author and MEC Assistant Professor Donna Hill to discuss her recent book, I Am Ayah-The
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National Black Writers Conference: Poetry Slam
National Black Writers Conference: Poetry Slam
NBWC2024 Poetry Slam Sponsor: Office of Student Life at Medgar Evers College Medgar Evers College Welcome Center * 6:00 pm to 8:00
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National Black Writers Conference: Film Presentation & Discussion
National Black Writers Conference: Film Presentation & Discussion
Film Presentation and Discussion Co-Sponsors: African Voices and CBL’s National Black Writers Conference Edison O. Jackson Auditorium * 6:00 pm to 8:00
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Nowruz
Nowruz is a celebration that marks the end of an old year and the beginning of a new one and is celebrated
Feast of Naw-ruz
Occurring on the vernal equinox, this day celebrates the Persian and the Baha’i New Year. Religious / Ethnic Group - Baha’i Tradition
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National Black Writers Conference: Michael Eric Dyson, Keynote Speaker
National Black Writers Conference: Michael Eric Dyson, Keynote Speaker
Opening Keynote: All That We Carry, Where Do We Go From Here? Farah Jasmine Griffin in conversation with Michael Eric Dyson Emcee:
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National Black Writers Conference: Re-envisioning Our Lives through Literature
National Black Writers Conference: Re-envisioning Our Lives through Literature
Re-Envisioning Our Lives through Literature (ROLL) Youth Program For High School Students Founders Auditorium * 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Jennifer Baker
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National Black Writers Conference: Virtual Scholarly Presentations on Conference Theme
National Black Writers Conference: Virtual Scholarly Presentations on Conference Theme
Virtual Scholarly Presentations on Conference Theme Sponsor: African American Studies Committee of the College Language Association This is a virtual event (online
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National Black Writers Conference: Dramatic Reading from the Dr. Edith Rock Writing Workshop for Elders
National Black Writers Conference: Dramatic Reading from the Dr. Edith Rock Writing Workshop for Elders
Dramatic Reading from the Dr. Edith Rock Writing Workshop for Elders Edison O. Jackson Auditorium * 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm The
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National Black Writers Conference: Tiya Miles in conversation with Brenda M. Greene
National Black Writers Conference: Tiya Miles in conversation with Brenda M. Greene
Tiya Miles in conversation with Brenda M. Greene Edison O. Jackson Auditorium * Emcee: Maria DeLongoria 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Drawing
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National Black Writers Conference: Technology, Social Media, and the Fight for Racial Justice
National Black Writers Conference: Technology, Social Media, and the Fight for Racial Justice
Technology, Social Media, and the Fight for Racial Justice Confirmed: Marc Lamont Hill, Bettina Love, Wesley Lowery, and Emily Raboteau Moderator: Jelani
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National Black Writers Conference: The Healing Power of Literature
National Black Writers Conference: The Healing Power of Literature
The Healing Power of Literature Confirmed: Patricia Spears Jones, Kalisha Buckhanon, Marita Golden, and Kevin Powell Moderator: Rachel Eliza Griffiths Founders Auditorium
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National Black Writers Conference: Black Writers’ Letters to America
National Black Writers Conference: Black Writers’ Letters to America
Black Writers' Letters to America Confirmed: Victoria Christopher Murray, Pamela Newkirk, Thabiti Lewis, and Khalil Gibran Muhammad Moderator: Donna Hill Founders Auditorium
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National Black Writers Conference: Summit Keynote
National Black Writers Conference: Summit Keynote
SUMMIT KEYNOTE A Conversation with the 2024 National Black Writers Conference Honorees Paul Coates, Percival Everett, Peniel E. Joseph, and Bernice McFadden
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Purim
Purim is a Jewish holiday that commemorates the saving of the Jewish people from annihilation at the hands of an official of
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National Black Writers Conference: Awards Ceremony
National Black Writers Conference: Awards Ceremony
17th National Black Writers Conference Awards Ceremony Saturday, March 23, 2024 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm NBWC2024 Awardees Paul Coates Percival Everett Peniel
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National Black Writers Conference: Wild Seeds Alumni Reunion
National Black Writers Conference: Wild Seeds Alumni Reunion
Wild Seeds Alumni Reunion 10:30 am to 12:30 pm (This event is reserved for alumni of CBL's Wild Seeds Retreat for Writers
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National Black Writers Conference: Talkshops
National Black Writers Conference: Talkshops
Talkshops 11:00 am to 12:30 pm The talkshops run concurrently. At the Center for Black Literature, a talkshop is similar to a
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National Black Writers Conference: The Power of Historical Narratives
National Black Writers Conference: The Power of Historical Narratives
The Power of Historical Narratives Confirmed: W.B. Garvey, Maryemma Graham, Ayana Mathis, and A.J. Verdelle Moderator: Diane Richards 1:00 pm to 2:30
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National Black Writers Conference: Black Writers Crossing Boundaries and Borders
National Black Writers Conference: Black Writers Crossing Boundaries and Borders
Black Writers Crossing Boundaries and Borders Confirmed: Edwidge Danticat, Stéphane Martelly, Kwame Dawes, and Patrick Nganang Moderator: Jasmine Claude Narcisse 3:00 pm
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Palm Sunday
Palm Sunday falls on the Sunday before Easter. Religious / Ethnic Group - Christian Tradition and Practices - Palm Sunday is the
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Holi
Holi is a popular and significant Hindu festival celebrated as the Festival of Colours, Love, and Spring. Religious / Ethnic Group -
Hola Mohalla
Hola Mohalla, also called Hola, is a three-day long Sikh festival which normally falls in March. It takes place on the second
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A Conversation with 2011 Nobel Peace Laureate Leymah Gbowee
A Conversation with 2011 Nobel Peace Laureate Leymah Gbowee
Lurie Daniel Favors, Esq. Moderator Lurie Daniel Favors, Esq. serves as Executive Director at the Center for Law and Social Justice. She
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Annual Black and Women History Jazz Dinner
Annual Black and Women History Jazz Dinner
Join the Black History and Women’s History Committees for our annual dinner and jazz music event celebrating Black female jazz artists. This
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Khordad Sal
The Zoroastrian celebration of the birth of Zoroaster, the founder of the Zorastrian religion. Religious / Ethnic Group - Zoroastrian Tradition and Practices
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Quench Goes to the Movies
Quench Goes to the Movies
In partnership with Queer Voices NYC, the Medgar Evers College LGBTQIA+ Advisory Council is organizing dinner and a film screening. For this
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Student Government Association: “Women’s Safe Space”
Student Government Association: “Women’s Safe Space”
Sponsored by the Student Government Association at Medgar Evers College, the Women’s Safe Space is a supportive environment for women to mingle,
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Challenged Sovereignty: A conversation with Dr. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith
Challenged Sovereignty: A conversation with Dr. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith
As part of the Caribbean Research Center Lecture Series, Dr. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith will talk about his latest book, "Challenged Sovereignty: The
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Maundy Thursday / Holy Thursday
Thursday before Easter, Holy Thursday commemorates the Washing of the Feet (Maundy) and the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with the Apostles. Religious / Ethnic
Magha Puja/Sangha Day
It commemorates the spontaneous assembly of 1,250 disciples, completely enlightened monks, in the historical Buddha’s presence. Religious / Ethnic Group - Buddhist Tradition
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17th Annual Social Work Conference 2024
17th Annual Social Work Conference 2024
You are cordially invited to attend the annual Medgar Evers College Social Work Conference, Thursday, March 28, 2024; a 8:00 AM continental breakfast will
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Good Friday
Good Friday is celebrated to honor Jesus Christ's sacrifice and remember the events leading up to his crucifixion and death. Religious /
Student Government Association: “Jersey Party”
You're invited to SGA's Jersey Party! Get ready to dance and have a blast. Don't forget to wear your favorite jersey!
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Holy Saturday
The day before Easter, Holy Saturday commemorates the day that Jesus Christ’s body lay in the tomb and the Harrowing of Hell. Religious /