Attendance Events

All African American Heritage Month events are approved for Multicultural Leadership Scholarship Attendance requirements.

Participation Events

Contact the Office of Multicultural Student Services to sign-up and serve on an African American Heritage Month event to earn the Multicultural Leadership Scholarship Participation requirements. *Special assistance is needed with publicity. If you are interested in serving in this capacity please contact the Office as soon as possible.

• Friday, February 1: 7:00 pm-9 pm

AAHM Kick Off Celebration, Kickoff Program and Reception: PSU Ballroom

• Monday, February 4: 7:30 pm

Harlem Gospel Choir Concert: Juanita K. Hammons Hall

• Tuesday, February 5: 7:00 pm

Comedy Showcase feat. "Roz," One of the funniest up and coming female comics in the country: PSU Theatre   TBA 

• Tuesday, February 12: 7:00 pm

Understanding the Jena Six Case, Panel Discussion: PSU Ballroom East 

• Wednesday, February 13: 7:00 pm

Film and Lecture-"LUMO: The Story of Rape in the Congo, Discussion Leader, Nelson Walker, Film Director: PSU Theatre 

• Tuesday, February 19: 7:00 pm 

African-American History/Trivia Presentation, "What Do You Know About African American History?": Blair Shannon Lounge

• Wednesday, February 20: 7:00 pm

Poetry Slam featuring "Shihan," PSU Theatre

• Wednesday, February 20: 9:00 pm

Film - "American Gangster," PSU Theatre

• Thursday, February 21: 7:30 pm

Student Dialogue - "Steppin' Out of Your Box," PSU 313 

• Friday, February 22: 7 pm

"Soul Bowl," Bowling, Games, Music, Refreshments: PSU Games Center

• Sunday, February 24: 4 pm

"Gospel Extravaganza," Featuring soloists and various choirs: PSU Theatre

• Sunday, February 24: 9:00 pm

Film - "American Gangster," PSU Theatre

• Monday, February 25: 7:30 pm

"What A Wonderful World" Feat. Dr. Todd Payne, Ellis Recital Hall

• Friday, February 29: 7 pm

"The Evolution of Hip Hop," Discussion, Demonstrations, Drumming, Dance: PSU Theatre

• Tuesday, March 4: 7pm

"Step Afrika," Featuring intricate kicks, stomps, and rhythms mixed with spoken word: PSU Theatre

• Saturday, March 8: 7:00 pm

"Stomp Fest," Featuring local and regional Step Teams: PSU Theatre

 

Opening Ceremony

Join us in celebrating the Opening Ceremony for African American Heritage Month! Learn about upcoming events and programs and the history of African American Heritage Month. Featuring vocal performances, poetry, dance and door prizes. Plaster Student Union Ballroom We

Harlem Gospel Choir Concert

This world famous gospel choir will come share its messge of love, peace, and harmony on Feburary 4 at the Juanita K. Hammons Hall for Performing Arts.

The Evolution of Hip Hop

From the originators of The Revolution comes this soulful evening full of neo-Soul, Old School Hip Hop, and breath taking poetry. This treat will sure to have you longing for an encore.

Gospel Extravaganza

The Missouri State Gospel Choir hosts local and regional choirs for an afternoon performance of a selection of spirituals and hymns in celebration of African American Heritage Month.

ABC Stompfest

If you remember when President Nitzel was leaning with it, and rocking with it, then you remember the greatest step show in Springfield. Come see what ABC has up its sleeves this year.

Reporting Form

Complete the Reporting Form to ensure credit for your multicultural activism.

For additional information on events please contact the Office of Multicultural Student Services. If you require special accommodations due to a disability, contact our offices three days in advance of the event.

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