Black History Month Events

Celebrate Black history, activism and culture with campuswide events throughout February and beyond. Events will be added throughout the month. If you'd like to submit an event for the listing, email . 

Film Screening: Clockers
Tuesday, Feb. 4 | 5:30 p.m. | LA 4310
A screening as part of the Black History Month film festival hosted by the College of Liberal Arts. Clockers is a critically acclaimed crime drama that tells the complicated story of a young man and a police officer who become entangled in a homicide investigation.  It features an all-star cast that includes Mekhi Phifer, Harvey Keitel, Delroy Lindo, and Isaiah Washington.  The film was directed by Spike Lee and edited by Sam Pollard and is one of many in which the two have collaborated.  Following the viewing, the audience is invited to join in a discussion led by TU faculty and students. Refreshments will be served.

Career Discussion with TU Leadership 
Wednesday, Feb. 5 | 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. | Virtual
Join in on a virtual career discussion with TU leadership as part of the Black Faculty & Staff Association's Black History Month series. RSVP to  to receive the WebEx link. Learn More

Black History Night: Women's Basketball vs. Hampton
Friday, Feb. 7 | 6:30 p.m| TU Arena
Showcase your business at TU Athletics’ Black History Night Celebration Game! Connect with the TU community and support Women’s Basketball while promoting your products or services.

Film Screening: Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes
Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. | LA 4310
A screening as part of the Black History Month film festival hosted by the College of Liberal Arts. Max Roach: The Drum Also Waltzes is an award-winning documentary about the groundbreaking drummer, bandleader, composer and activist Max Roach. It follows Roach’s life and music from the revolutionary period of Bebop Jazz through the years of the Civil Rights Movement into the Hip Hop era.  The film was produced and directed by Sam Pollard and Ben Shapiro.  Following the viewing, the audience is invited to join in a discussion led by TU faculty and students.  Refreshments will be served.

BlaQ Spaces: An Exploration of Art & Activism
Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 5:30 to 8 p.m. | TU Armory
An exhibition focusing on the artistry and activist mindset of Black and queer students and alumni, aiming to shift perceptions of race, gender, sexuality and bodily agency. Learn More

Virtual Speed Networking 
Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Virtual
Build relationships with other faculty and staff in this virtual speed networking opportunity as part of the Black Faculty & Staff Association's Black History Month series. RSVP to  to receive the WebEx link. Learn More

A Different World
Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | Carver High School
Representatives from Ujima will serve as panelists for this Q&A session on transitioning to college.

Film Screening: Lowndes County and the Road to Black Power
Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 5:30 p.m. | LA 4310
A screening as part of the Black History Month film festival hosted by the College of Liberal Arts. Lowndes County and the Road to Black Power is an award-winning documentary that tells the amazing story of the struggle for Black voting rights in Lowndes County, Alabama where local activists and young organizers from the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) fought one of the most dangerous battles of the Civil Rights era. Through first-person accounts and fascinating archival footage, the film brings to life one of the key moments in the struggle for Black political power.  The film was directed by Sam Pollard and Geeta Gandbhir.  Following the viewing, the audience is invited to join in a discussion led by TU faculty and students.  Refreshments will be served.

Faculty Discussion on Academic Identity & Tenure 
Wednesday, Feb. 19 | 9 to 11:30 a.m | Virtual
Join fellow TU faculty members for a discussion on academic identity and tenure as part of the Black Faculty & Staff Association's Black History Month series. RSVP to  to receive the WebEx link. Learn More

The Lion King
Wednesday, Feb. 19 | 7:30 to 11 p.m. | Hippodrome
A cultural excursion to Baltimore City to enjoy the off-Broadway musical.

Literacy in Black
Thursday, Feb. 20 | 10 a.m. to noon | Zoned for Kids
An opportunity to support preschool-aged children in engaging with literature that reflects the essence of diversity.

Brunching with Black Excellence 
Saturday, Feb. 22 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m | South Campus Pavilion 
Celebrate Black excellence through art, music, literature, and cuisine while supporting first-generation student scholarships. Learn More

Black Business Fundraiser 
Monday, Feb. 24 | 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Support a local Black-owned restaurant while enjoying great food and community connections! Join BSU for a special fundraiser celebrating local entrepreneurship.

BSU's 55th Founders Day 
Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.| UU263 
Celebrate 55 years of BSU! Stop by our Union table to learn about our history and impact at TU, then join us in our office for light refreshments as we honor this milestone.

The Mane Event with Towson Naturalists
Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.| UU322
Join us for our 2nd Annual Beauty Expo, spotlighting the talents of student entrepreneurs in the beauty industry! Experience live showcases from hairstylists, barbers, makeup artists, and more.

Late Night Brunch 
Thursday, Feb. 27 | 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. 
Late-Night Brunch with the BSU board! Enjoy delicious breakfast foods, vibe to great music, and play fun games. Learn More

Lock-in with BSU
Friday, Feb. 28 | 5 p.m.| UU263 
Wrap up Black History Month with an engaging movie night in the BSU office! Enjoy a film celebrating Black culture, followed by a meaningful discussion and light refreshments. Learn More

Community Service 
Saturday, Mar. 1 | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 
BSU Gives Back! Join us for a community service opportunity in partnership with a impactful non-profit. 

Ebony Lounge: 55 Years of Black Excellence 
Sunday, Mar 2 | 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
End Founders' Week in style at Ebony Lounge! Enjoy a night of incredible TU talent, great food, and a vibrant atmosphere. Dress to impress in formal Met Gala-inspired attire! Learn More

Through the Lens: Sam Pollard on the Art of Filmmaking
Tuesday, Feb. 25 | 5:30 p.m. | LA 4310
A discussion as part of the Black History Month film festival hosted by the College of Liberal Arts. Using clips from some of his notable films, award winning film maker Sam Pollard will take the audience through the process of editing and directing both dramatic and documentary films. With over forty years of experience and some of the most noteworthy documentaries and feature films to his credit, Pollard is one of the most accomplished film makers of his time.

Discussion on Student Support Opportunities 
Wednesday, Feb. 26 |  2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Virtual
Learn about student support opportunities for faculty and staff as part of the Black Faculty & Staff Association's Black History Month series. RSVP to  to receive the WebEx link. Learn More

The Slave Wrecks Project: A Globally Collaborative Initiative
Wednesday, February 26 | 5 p.m. | LA 4310
A lecture and discussion on the Slave Wrecks Project (SWP) with Gabrielle Miller and Kate McMahon from the National Museum of African American History & Culture. The SWP is an international network that investigates the history of the African slave trade across the globe and engages with the enduring legacies of that past in the present. SWP uses shipwrecks, their voyages, and related maritime landscapes as a distinctive point of entry for pursuing interdisciplinary research and developing dynamic public education and community engagement programs. This talk will explore their global work and how they are helping to create a new generation of maritime archaeologists engaged with the histories and legacies of slavery and the trade in enslaved Africans.

Black Student Leadership
Friday, Feb. 28 | noon to 3:30 p.m. | WVC Ballrooms
This year’s annual leadership conference focuses on the theme, They Not Like Us: Exploring the Diaspora. It recognizes the multiple identities within the African Diaspora that are often grouped together as Black yet carry unique cultural and social experiences. Understanding both one’s own identity and those of others is key to navigating social practices, beliefs, and relations. Exploring the Diaspora will empower students from diverse backgrounds to work together to thrive as leaders on campus. Breakout sessions will provide a space to examine how our identities influence and shape culture and society. Register Now