Celebrate Black History Month at Fullerton College
This February, Fullerton College invites you to participate in a series of engaging events to commemorate Black History Month. This annual observance celebrates the timeless contributions, achievements and traditions of Black individuals in United States history.
The Student Development and Engagement department, in collaboration with campus departments and student organizations, has curated an exciting lineup of Black-centered events, designed to provide a thoughtful and welcoming space for students, staff and faculty throughout the month.
Events
Black History Month Parade and Unity Festival
Feb. 1 | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Downtown Anaheim
Come celebrate with Fullerton College at the 45th Annual Orange County Black History Month Parade and Unity Festival on Saturday, Feb. 1. The college will be taking part in the parade and invites students, staff, faculty and alumni to join in on the fun. For more details, please contact Dr. Victoria Calhoun at vcalhoun@fullcoll.edu.
After the parade, don’t miss out on the Unity Festival, which will feature live entertainment, vendor booths, food festival, youth land, health village and a college fair. Free public parking is available at the City Hall parking structures located at 200 S. Anaheim Blvd and 201 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Opening Ceremony: Black History Month
Feb. 3 | 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., Cruz Reynoso Hall, Building 200, Rooms 224-228
Kick off Black History Month at Fullerton College by joining students, staff, faculty and managers at the opening ceremony. Enjoy games, win prizes and hear from Dr. Olivo as she shares exciting updates on the campus efforts to honor Black History Month. The event will also include a special presentation of Black History Month-themed items to Umoja.
Black History Month Book Display
Feb. 3 – 29, Fullerton College Library, First Floor
Explore African American history and culture through a curated selection of books by African American authors.
Umoja Welcome Black Event
Feb. 4 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Umoja Village, Building 1900, Room 1903-1904
Join us for a vibrant community celebration in the Umoja Village. Let’s come together to celebrate the rich history, culture and achievements of the Black community. Everyone is welcome—don’t miss out on this amazing event. Food will be provided.
The Sun is Also a Star Film Screening
Feb. 5 | 2-4 p.m., Building 500, Room 515
Attend a special screening of The Sun is Also a Star—a captivating romantic drama about Natasha and Daniel, two teenagers whose chance meeting in New York City leads to a day full of life-changing events, despite the pressure of Natasha’s family facing deportation. Don’t miss this heartwarming, thought-provoking film about love, fate and the power of choice. Light snacks will be provided.
Black History Bingo/ Recipes of Month
Feb. 6 | 1-3 p.m., Hornets Resource Center, Building 1000, Room 1018
Join the Hornets Resource Center for Black History Bingo. Participants will play a fun game of Bingo while celebrating the contributions, achievements and stories of Black individuals throughout history. Food will be provided.
BSU Meet & Greet and Porch Talk
Feb. 12 | 2-3 p.m., Umoja Village, Building 1900, Room 1903-1904
Meet Fullerton College’s Black Student Union cabinet and learn about their upcoming plans to increase Black success on campus. Join us and engage us in our first Porch Talk of the semester. Light snacks will be provided.
“Far East, Deep South” Documentary Screening: Solidarity in the Black and APIDA Communities
Feb. 13 | 1-3 p.m., APIDA Resource Center, Building 100, Room 121
Join us at the APIDA Resource Center for a screening of the documentary Far East, Deep South, a story of a Chinese American family in the Mississippi Delta uncovering the interconnected relationship between Black and Chinese communities in the Jim Crow era. Snacks and tea provided.
Queer Movie Nite: The Watermelon Woman
Feb. 18 | 2-4:30 p.m., Building 500, Room 515
Join the LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Program for the screening of the critically acclaimed sapphic film The Watermelon Woman. This film marked history by becoming the first narrative feature released by a publicly known Black lesbian screenwriter, Cheryl Dunye.
Cape Coast Slave Dungeons: Acknowledging Our Ancestors
Feb. 19 | 1-2:15 p.m., Student Center, Cruz Reynoso Hall, Building 200, Room 229
This presentation is more than just a history lesson—it’s a chance to connect with the past and acknowledge the legacy of our ancestors and reflect on what it means for us today. Please join us as we honor their lives and draw inspiration from their enduring spirit.
Let’s (TED) Talk About It: Black Mental Health
Feb. 25 | 3-4:30 p.m., Umoja Village, Building 1900, Room 1903-1904
Come watch insightful TED Talks about mental health topics that relate specifically to the Black community. Afterwards, engage in a collective discussion about this important and necessary aspect of the Black experience.
Beat Cafe Open Mic
Feb. 26 | 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Cruz Reynoso Courtyard
Beat Cafe is an open mic event where students can showcase their creative talent. We welcome music, dance, spoken word and other performances. Sign up to participate. This event also features a special appearance from Brandon Allen, program director for Rescue a Generation, Founder of Youth Writer’s Camp and two-time TED speaker. Learn more about Brandon Allen.
LACMA Field Trip: Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st Century Art and Poetics
Feb. 27 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Umoja Village, Building 1900, Room 1903-1904
Explore the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)’s Imagining Black Diasporas: 21st Century Art and Poetics exhibit, which highlights the artistic connections among 60 artists from Africa, Europe and the Americas. The exhibit showcases how people reinvent their heritage through artistic expressions, transforming the diaspora from regional movement into a wellspring of imagination. By examining the aesthetic choices of Black artists, the exhibit offers insights into their perspectives on existence.
RSVPs are required. Food and transportation will be provided.
