“The Journey Continues”
TLU welcomes all to celebrate the achievements and excellence of the African American and Black communities during the month of February (and we hope all year!) We seek to honor those who have given so much in the fight for racial justice so that others can thrive. The Black Student Union and the Center for African American Studies offer numerous events that encourage us to practice hope and resiliency as we engage in meaningful conversations as the journey for racial justice continues.
Wednesday, February 7: Kick-Off Black History Month at Chapel with the BSU
During February, each Wednesday in Chapel is a special Black History Month service with new speakers. Come join us in hearing from special guests, including Dr. Reverend Sharon Grant, the Director of the Center for African American Studies, and Dr. Malikah Pitts Harvey.
Location: Chapel of the Abiding Presence
Time: 10:00-10:20am
Thursday, February 8: Brown Cultural Enrichment Series: Nontombi Naomi Tutu
Location: Jackson Auditorium
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
https://www.tlu.edu/events/brown-cultural-enrichment-series-nontombi-naomi-tutu
Monday, February 12: Black Student Union hosts “Smores and Solidarity”
Join the BSU student body meeting for this special event.
Location & Time: TBA.
Follow TLU BSU on Instagram for updates and events throughout the month. BSU welcomes all students.
Thursday, February 15: Center for African American Studies Open House
Location: Center for African American Studies, Langner Hall
Time: 11:45am-1:00pm
Wednesday, February 21: Chapel Speaker with Reverend Arthur Malone II
Reverend Malone is the pastor at New James Baptist Church in Seguin and founding member of the Seguin Community Coalition, established as a response to the George Floyd murder. The Coalition brought together Seguin Police, Texas Lutheran University, and local Pastors.
Location: Chapel of the Abiding Presence
Time: 10:00am-10:20am
With special guest Paula Wilson King - President of Wilson Pottery Museum
Location: Tschoepe, Dunne Conference Center
Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
Thursday, Feb 22: BSU presents “Blame It on the Boogie”
Come join BSU for a fun celebration!
Location & Time: TBA.
Wednesday, Feb 28: Soul Food Night
Location: Hein Dining Hall
Time: 5pm
Follow TLU BSU on Instagram for updates and events throughout the month. BSU welcomes all students.