Upcoming Lecture: "'Why February?': The History of Black History Month" | College of Arts

Upcoming Lecture: "'Why February?': The History of Black History Month"

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Location

Room 113, MacKinnon Building

Graphic featuring photos of Carter Woodson and Frederick Douglass. The text on the graphic reads "Black History Month. Upcoming Lecture: "'Why February?' The History of Black History Month."
Featured in this photo are Carter Woodson, the historian behind Black History Month, and Frederick Douglass, one of the most photographed Black men of the 19th century.

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During Black History Month and every day, we encourage our community to engage with opportunities to reflect upon the past, recognize where we are now, and resolve to build a stronger future for everyone. In her upcoming lecture on Wednesday, February 7, “‘Why February?’: The History of Black History Month”, Deirdre McCorkindale, assistant professor of Black Canadian Studies and History in the College of Arts, will explore the origin of Black History Month nearly 100 years ago, its history, and the misconceptions that continue to surround it. This event will run from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Room 113 in the MacKinnon Building – no registration is required.