Black History Month - February 2022
Crafton Hills College invites all to join in on the 2022 Black History Month events celebrating the culture and contributions of African Americans. Join us for a month of thoughtful discussions, movie screenings, music, and guest speakers.
History
- Black History Month: Health Matters Full List (pdf)
- Black American History (YouTube Playlist)
- Black History – People, Facts & Quotes – Biography
- 29 influential and notable African Americans who helped change the world
- 26 Little-Known Black History Facts You May Not Have Learned In School
- Black History Milestones: Timeline
2022 CHC Events
Wednesday, February 2 at Noon
BHM '22 Opening Event
Join us for this opening event that celebrates the National Black History Month theme of Black Health and Wellness. Learn about culture, contributions, and upcoming events; and win prizes!
Thursday, February 10, Noon to 1 p.m.
BHM '22: "Between the World and Me" Relationship Discussion
Join us as we explore father/son, parent/child relationships. Our discussion will highlight hopes and fears in raising children in America.
Monday, February 14 ,11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
BHM '22: "Pariah" Screening and Discussion
View and discuss this award-winning independent movie about the Black LGBTQIA+ experience with CHC English Professor, Ryan Bartlett.
Wednesday, February 16, Noon to 1:30 p.m
BHM '22: "Movies for Mental Health" Screening and Discussion
A virtual workshop featuring award-winning short films, mindfulness activities, and panel discussion with students and mental health resources.
Sponsored by the CHC Student Senate
Thursday, February 17, Noon to 1:30 p.m.
BHM '22: "Between the World and Me" Movie Screening
Join us for a screening of the HBO Special, “Between the World and Me.” This special
includes celebrity readings, archival footage, and more.
A One Book, One College Event
Wednesday, February 23, Noon to 1:00 p.m.
BHM '22: Closing Event
Join us for a closing celebration. Learn about the Langston Hughes’ poetry, his impact on the Harlem Renaissance, and more about the Langston Hughes Project.
Additional Resources
Outside Events
Authors
Museums
- California African American Museum, Los Angeles
- Museum of the African Diaspora, San Francisco
- National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington, D.C.
- San Diego African American Museum of Fine Arts