2025 Black History Month Events

For more information and questions, contact the Office of Student Engagement & Belonging at mca@noctrl.edu.

Movie Night: "The Wiz"

Tuesday, February 4
5 – 8 p.m.
Stevenson Hall, Wentz Science Center

Brewing Conversation: Being Black at NCC

Thursday, February 6
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Harold and Eva White Activities Center, Room 206

Black Love Day

Thursday, February 13
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Harold and Eva White Activities Center, Lobby

Spoken Word by Ebony Stewart

Friday, February 21
6 – 7 p.m.
Madden Theatre

Voices of Praise presents the 37th Annual Gospel Extravaganza

Saturday, February 22
5 p.m.
Wentz Concert Hall

Join North Central's Voices of Praise Gospel Choir for the 37th annual Gospel Extravaganza to celebrate Black History Month through song, spoken word, dance, and other performances! Tickets are free for NCC students, faculty and staff.

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Author Visit: Lavar Pope

Thursday, February 27
6 p.m. (music and food will be available starting at 5:30 p.m.)
Stevenson Hall (Wentz Science Center)

The North Central College Cultural Events Committee and Shimer Great Books School host author Lavar Pope for a discussion on his book "American Rap Scenes: An Analysis of 25 Locations."

Soulfood Dinner

Friday, February 28
6 – 8 p.m.
Harold and Eva White Activities Center, Upstairs

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at North Central

North Central College strives to grow in diversity, equity and inclusion through the work of our faculty and staff, the openness and honesty of our students, the support of our alumni, and the continuing commitment of the entire North Central community. Share our journey with us and discover how we are working to be the change and become a true college of destination.

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