Liberty University’s LU ONE is hosting a Black History Month Open House to showcase African American cultures and represent those of ethnic backgrounds here on campus. The open house will take place on Feb.1 from 1-4 p.m. in the Montview Equity and Inclusion lounge, MSU 2760. Students who attend this event will gain insight into various cultures and nationalities. […]
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The Office of Equity and Inclusion wrapped up African American History Month by celebrating Afrocentric culture Friday Feb. 21 at Soul: Night of the Arts. This event hosted artists and art pieces, ranging from paintings to on-stage performances, all by Liberty students. Artists performed original songs and poems, and some performed pieces that inspired them to keep moving forward in […]
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“I urge my fellow citizens to join me in tribute to Black History Month and the message of courage and perseverance it brings to all of us.” President Gerald Ford told the American people the month of February would be dedicated to honoring “the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” Initially, in […]
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Just how much progress have we made in the 50 years since Martin Luther King Jr.’s inspirational speech? It is hard to imagine that a little less than 50 years ago, our nation did not consider African Americans to be equal with whites. Their voting rights were discriminated against, public schools were segregated, and even drinking fountains were separated with […]
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