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Black History
Month Event to Focus on The Arts
The Diversity Committee at Edison State Community College is
celebrating Black History Month with a special evening that focuses on
the arts. Free and open to the community, the event will be held on
Tuesday, February 27 from 6-8 p.m. in the Robinson Theater of the Piqua
campus.
"We wanted this year's event to focus on how history has played a role
in shaping today's art, dance, music, and writing," said Marva
Archibald, Diversity Committee Chairperson. "The arts are important
because they provide a way for individuals to express themselves while
paying homage to their roots."
Beginning with a performance by the Dayton-based jazz ensemble
"Speaking of Peace," guests may enjoy authentic food and beverages
while taking in traditional jazz music. The ensemble consists of four
musicians performing with various brass instruments.
The dance portion of the evening will feature Columbus-based GOREE Drum
and Dance. While focusing primarily on West African dance styles, the
group weaves together the rich diversity of Directors Balla and
Ndeyekhady's far-ranging experiences. GOREE Dance and Drum is committed
to honoring the tradition of their teachers, culture, and history of
traditional West African Dance while bringing their unique flair to
life.
Leading up to the event, Edison State students submitted written work
as well as artwork to be judged reflecting on the topic provided: "What
would Martin Luther King, Jr. do?" During the event, the first, second,
and third place recipients will be awarded prizes.
"We have a fun evening planned that's filled with authentic music,
dance, poetry, art, and cuisine," added Archibald. "There will be
something for everybody."
The Diversity Committee at Edison State Community College is committed
to advancing the College's academic mission and goals in the areas of
diversity, equality, inclusion and human rights by leading efforts to
define, assess, and cultivate diversity as both an institutional value
and an academic priority.
The Black History Month events are sponsored, in part, by Edison State
Community College, Unity National Bank, and U.S. Bank. For more
information, contact Marva Archibald, Diversity Committee Chairperson,
by calling (937) 778-7908 or emailing marchibald@edisonohio.edu
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