Black History Events

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LBCC Black Student Success Week

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.

Pan-African Flag Raising

Date/Time: Thursday, February 6, 11:30AM – 11:55AM
Location: LAC Flagpole near the T-Building

Join us as we celebrate Black History Month and honor the African diaspora. The raising of the Pan-African flag recognizes the contributions of Black communities and symbolizes the ongoing fight for equality and justice. This ceremony will honor the shared heritage of people of African descent.


Black History Month Kickoff

Date/Time Thursday, February 6, 12:00PM – 2:00PM
Location: LAC – T1200


Labor Spotlight – Coordinated by the Labor Center 

Date/Time: Tuesday, February 11, 3:00PM – 5:00PM
Location: LAC L103, Black Student Success Center (BSSC)

A film screening of “10,000 Black Men Named George,” a film about Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters in 1920s America. They were the first African American-led union recognized and played a key role in the election of FDR to presidency. Join us on Tues., Feb. 11 from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Black Student Success Center in L103. (Register Here!).  


Meet your Village – LBCC Men’s Basketball v. Compton CC

Date/Time: Wednesday, February 12, 6:00PM
Location: W201

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! 


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. RSVP Here!


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. 


Sip N Science – Coordinated by Math & Science

Date/Time: Monday, February 24, 6:00PM – 7:00pm
Location: LAC, D-104

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. 


LBCC PRIDE – Coordinated by the LGBTQIA+ workgroup to recognize 

Date/Time: Tuesday, February 25, 1:00PM
Location: LAC T1200

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. 


Black Elected Officials Panel

Date/Time: Wednesday, February 26, 10:00AM-11:00AM
Location: LAC- L103, Black Student Success Center (BSSC)

The Black Elected Officials Panel will explore the realities of navigating a society filled with social/cultural norms, stereotypes, barriers, and inequities. These are authentic conversations where we get to learn from Black Elected Officials from Long Beach, as they discuss their journey to public office, the challenges of advancing racial equity, and the actions being taken to uplift Black communities. Topics include leadership, education, collaboration, and creating more opportunities for Black youth. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from those shaping the future of Long Beach!


Six Triple Eight Film Screening – Coordinated by ASB

Date/Time: Wednesday, February 26, 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Location: LAC, B105

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. 


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*