Black History Events
We celebrate Black Heritage Month to recognize the achievements and contributions of Black and African Americans who have inspired others to achieve success. Join LBCC in celebrating Black/African American culture and history through a series of wonderful events throughout the month of February. All virtual events will either be hosted through Zoom or presented through our official Long Beach City College YouTube channel.
Black History Month Kickoff
Date/Time Thursday, February 6, 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Location: LAC A Quad (Between Building A and E. Carson St.)
Karaoke/Open Mic – Coordinated by the SJIC
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 18, 5:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: LAC B206 -Social Justice Intercultural Center (SJIC)
The Karaoke/Open Mic series is designed to share space in a celebratory way to elevate the voices of and highlight the talent in our campus community.
Sip N Paint – Coordinated by Transfer Center
Date/Time: Thursday, February 20, 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Location: LBCC Bistro – LAC V101
Celebrating Black History Month through art, conversation, self-care, and creativity. Partnering with Culinary Arts and Umoja. (RSVP Form opens 2/6 @ 8am) RSVP Here! The Sip N Paint workshop series is designed to provide the campus community with an opportunity to engage their creative sides while sharing space with good people. All participants are provided with a canvas, paints, and other materials to unwind while enjoying artistic expression, good company, food, and sparkling cider.
Beyond the Box – Coordinated by Ethnic Studies
The Beyond the Box workshop series is designed to explore the diversity and complexity encompassed within umbrella terms used to represent a wide cross-section of society. The intent is to go “beyond the box” of what pop culture shows us to honor the lived experiences of those placed in it.
Film Screening – Coordinated by ASB
The Film Screening series is designed to celebrate and elevate the diversity on our campus by showcasing films created by, centered on, or starring members of the community being celebrated.
Sip N Science – Coordinated by Math & Science
The Sip N Science workshop series is designed to engage the LBCC community in science, to show that it is fun and interesting for everyone through non-technical, science-themed talks that anyone can understand.
Meet your Village – Coordinated by the SJIC
The Meet Your Village workshop Series is designed to provide the campus community with an opportunity to meet peers, staff, faculty, and administrators who identify as they do. One of many ways for you to know that you have a village that is proud of you, supports you, and is here for you. You belong here!
Labor Spotlight – Coordinated by the Labor Center
The Labor Spotlight workshop series is designed to explore fascinating topics like labor history, workplace advocacy, and leadership skills tailored just for you. Whether you’re passionate about social justice or eager to develop practical career skills, our workshops can provide a unique opportunity for you to learn and grow these skills
LBCC PRIDE – Coordinated by the LGBTQIA+ workgroup to recognize
The LBCC PRIDE workshop series is designed to celebrate and bring awareness to the needs of our LGBTQIA+ community. Rather than holding Pride Month in June, when the campus sees a pronounced dip in foot traffic, the intent is to spread these themed events throughout the year.
STUDENTS ONLY
If you require Sign language interpreting services or Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services , please contact the event contact person and Stephanie Bonales at least 72 hours prior to the event at (562) 938-4918 or sbonales@lbcc.edu.
FACULTY AND STAFF ONLY
If you require Sign language interpreting services, please contact the event contact person and Rebecca Lucas at rlucas@lbcc.edu at least 5 business days prior to the event.
If you require Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services, please contact the event contact person and Jaymee Hunt at cart@lbcc.edu at least 5 business days prior to the event. *Please note requests are based on provider availability*