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Programs and EventsFebruary-May 2018
FEBRUARY Feb. 1 • 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Welcome Back/Self LoveFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
LGBTQIA Resource Center kicks off the spring semester with refreshments. Fisher University Union, LGBTQIA Office • Free
Feb. 1 • 7:30 p.m. “The Mountaintop”Open to the public
What happened the evening before the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. is the subject of Katori Hall’s “The Mountaintop.”
In collaboration with UNCW Office of the ArtsKenan Auditorium • $20, $35, $50
Feb. 2 • 6 p.m.Queer Grad/Nontraditional Meet-and-GreetA meet-and-greet for graduate and nontraditional students to build community. Fisher Student Center, Saffo Room • Free
Feb. 5 • 5:45 p.m. Mahogany Matinee: “Daughters of the Dust”Open to the public
“Daughters of the Dust” tells the story of three generations of Gullah women on Saint Helena Island as they prepare to migrate to the North on the mainland.
Co-sponsored by UNCW Housing and Residence LifeLumina Theater • Free
Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 • 3 – 4 p.m.Building Q*mmunityOpportunity for students, faculty, staff and their allies to get together, learn from and support each other.Fisher Student Center, Saffo Room • Free
Feb. 7 • 5 – 8 p.m.UPPgrade: Dress for SuccessFor UNCW students
A pre-professional student development workshop. Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
Feb. 8 • 7 – 10 p.m.Poetry in MotionOpen to the public
Poetry in Motion showcases the beauty of UNCW’s community through a multimedia-influenced fashion show.Burney Center • Free
Feb. 9 • Noon – 3 p.m. Black Friday: It’s a Family Reunion For UNCW students, faculty, staff and alumni
Upperman African American Cultural Center welcomes alumni to a family affair as part of Homecoming events. Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
Feb. 9 • 3 p.m.Queer Grad/Nontraditional Meet-and-GreetAn afternoon of tea for graduate and nontraditional students.Tap Tea Room • Free
Feb. 9 • 7 – 10 p.m. Etched in Gold: Mardi Gras EditionFor UNCW alumni
A semi-formal Homecoming soirée hosted by the Upperman African American Cultural Center. Fisher University Union, Azalea Coast Room • $20
Feb. 10 • 7 – 11 p.m.Salsa Fiesta & Alumni Mixer Open to the public
Live performances by Orquesta K’Che, Ritmo Latino, Wilmington Latin Dance and DJ Del Rio. Burney Center • Free with valid UNCW ID; $10 for alumni and community members.
Feb. 11 • 10:30 a.m.Fellowship ServiceA universal fellowship service open to UNCW alumni from all faiths, traditions and religious backgrounds.Warwick Ballroom • Free
Feb. 12 • 5:45 p.m.Mahogany Matinee: “Bin-Yah”Open to the public
A documentary that explores the potential loss of important historic African American communities in Mt. Pleasant, SC, due to growth and development.
Co-sponsored by UNCW Housing and Residence LifeLumina Theater • Free
Feb 13 • All DayMardi GrasFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Explore all things New Orleans for Mardi Gras, including food, music and black culture.Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
Feb. 14 • All Day#BlackLoveIsBeautifulOpen to the public
Write yourself a love note. Find your own sense of purpose. This event is about a radical expression of love. Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
Feb. 15 • 6 – 7 p.m.Self Love Cookie Decorating and Letter ExchangeFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Get together with friends and open letters and decorate sugar cookies.LGBTQIA Office • Free
Feb. 15 • 5 – 8 p.m.Safe Zone Training For UNCW students, faculty and staff
Designed to help campus allies foster an atmosphere of support and safety for UNCW’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual and questioning population, including students, faculty and staff.McNeill Hall • Free
Feb. 15 • 8 p.m.#BlackPantherSoLitFor UNCW students
Join the Upperman African American Cultural Center for the premiere of “Black Panther.”Sign up by visiting the center.Pointe 14 Theater • Limited free tickets
Feb. 19 • 5:45 p.m.Mahogany Matinee: “Black Beach/White Beach”Open to the public
Documentary explores opposing viewpoints on segregation and integration, mutual love of motorcycle culture, and racial tensions that reach a boiling point every spring in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Co-sponsored by UNCW Housing and Residence LifeLumina Theater • Free
Feb. 21 • 5 – 7 p.m.UPPgrade: Code SwitchingFor UNCW students
A pre-professional student development workshop on workplace communication. Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
Feb. 22 • 1 – 2:30 p.m.DNA Discussion ProjectOpen to the public
With the use of DNA testing, Anita Foeman of the Discussion Project at West Chester University explores the construction of race and the perception of ethnicity. Warwick Ballroom • Free
Feb. 23 • Noon – 3 p.m.Black Friday: Rooted – UNCW Black HistoryFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Eaton. Fullwood. Thompson. Parker. Upperman. These names and many more have shaped the black experience at UNCW.
Co-sponsored by Coast 97.3Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
Feb. 25 • 2 p.m.Black History Quiz BowlOpen to the public
Cheer on New Hanover County middle school students as they test their knowledge. New events include an oratory competition for high school students and visual arts for middle and high school students.
Co-sponsored by the Wilmington Juneteenth CommitteeCIS Building • Free
Feb. 26 • 5:45 p.m.Mahogany Matinee: “Wilmington on Fire”Open to the public
Film chronicles the attack on Wilmington’s African American community by a heavily armed white mob on Nov. 10, 1898.
Co-sponsored by UNCW Housing and Residence LifeLumina Theater • Free
MARCH March 13, 27 • 3 – 4 p.m.Building Q*mmunityOpportunity for students, faculty, staff and their allies to get together, learn from and support each other.Fisher Student Center, Saffo Room • Free
March 13 • 5 – 6 p.m.Queer Education Series: Queer References in FilmOpen to the public
Communication studies assistant professor Chadwick Roberts discusses queer characters in film. Visit www.uncw.edu/lgbtqia for additional information
March 16 • Noon – 3 p.m.Black Friday: A Taste of Savannah For UNCW students, faculty and staff
Explore the sights and sounds of Savannah, GA, specifically its ties to the Gullah coast.
Co-sponsored by Coast 97.3Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
March 16 • 5 p.m.Queer Grad/Nontraditional Happy HourA meet-and-greet for graduate and nontraditional students.Hops Supply Company
March 22 • 6 p.m.“Snatchin’ Gullah Land from Uda’ We Feet: A Lesson on Heirs Property in the 21st Century”Open to the public
Law advocate Jennifer Stephens discusses her work at the Center for Heirs Property and Preservation and the legal ramifications for those in the Gullah coast who find themselves in the battle for their land.Morton Hall Auditorium • Free
March 24 • 1 p.m.Queer Grad/Nontraditional HikeA hike at Carolina Beach State Park for graduate and nontraditional students. Carolina Beach State Park • Free
APRIL April 3, 10, 17, 24 • 3 – 4 p.m.Building Q*mmunityOpportunity for students, faculty, staff and their allies to get together, learn from and support each other.Fisher Student Center, Saffo Room • Free
April 4 • TBDGullah Pop-Up Museum: Who Yo’ People IsOpen to the public
An interactive Gullah Geechee pop-up museum about life on the Sea Islands. Fisher University Union • Free
April 6 • Noon – 3 p.m.Be a N.E.R.D.For UNCW students, faculty and staff
The Upperman African American Cultural Center explores Afro-futurism, comics/graphic novels, vintage and neo-gaming.
Co-sponsored by Coast 97.3Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
April 6 • 4 p.m.Queer Grad/Nontraditional Coffee HourA coffee social for graduate and nontraditional students. Lucky Joe’s, 1414 S. College Rd.
April 7 • 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Seahawk Preview DayFor admitted first-year and transfer studentsRegistration required
www.uncw.edu/admissions/SeahawkPreviewDay.html
In conjunction with the Office of AdmissionsBurney Center • Free
April 11 • 6 p.m.UPPgrade: Network EtiquetteFor UNCW students
Learn practical networking tips and how to tap into the power of networking.Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
April 13 • 12 – 3 p.m.Sounding Afro-Cuban: The Music of Mario BauzaFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Explore all things Afro-Latino and enjoy a special musical performance celebrating the legacy and impact of Mario Bauza, famed Afro-Cuban musician.
Co-sponsored by Centro HispanoUpperman African American Cultural Center • Free
April 18 • 6 – 7 p.m.Gullah Een Our Own BackyardOpen to the public
Navassa mayor Eulis Willis shares the history of the town’s rich Gullah Geechee culture.Morton Hall • Free
April 20 • Noon – 3 p.m.Stretch It Out: Trap YogaFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Decompress before finals with yoga with a trap musical twist.
Co-sponsored by Coast 97.3Upperman African American Cultural Center • Free
April 21 • 7 – 11 p.m.19th Annual Stompin’ at the SavoyOpen to the public
An evening of live music and dancing to support diversity scholarships. The semi-formal event features music by ENVISION.Burney Center Ballroom • $60Register at giving.uncw.edu/stompin
April 21 • 7 p.m.Queer Grad/Nontraditional Dinner A meet-and-greet for graduate and nontraditional students. Basics Restaurant • $10 – $20
May Date TBDPurple and Lavender CelebrationFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Reception honoring lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender students and their contributions to the university. Visit www.uncw.edu/lgbtqia for additional information.
May 4 • 10:30 a.m.Senior SankofaFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Sankofa celebrates the success of UNCW’s African American graduates.Watson College of Education • Free
May 4 • 11 a.m.Queer Grad/Nontraditional Beach DayAn end-of-the-semester celebration for graduate and nontraditional students. Alabama Lot, 1622 S. Lake Park Blvd., Carolina Beach
May 4 • TBDCentro Hispano Spring 2018 Graduates ReceptionFor UNCW students, faculty and staff
Reception recognizes the academic achievement of Latinx students.Visit www.uncw.edu/centrohispano for additional information.
January programming included music that celebrated the region’s diverse culture and inspired the Civil Rights Movement. Here are a few highlights:
Martha Redbone Roots Project with Lakota John Jan. 18 Concert featuring contemporary Native American and Blues music. In collaboration with UNCW Office of the Arts
Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration: Freedom! In All Keys Jan. 22 A full-day celebration featuring student performances, culminating with the Mike Brown & F.O.C.U.S concert showcasing music of the Civil Rights era. In collaboration with UNCW Office of the Arts
DNA Discussion Project Feb. 22, 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Warwick Ballroom • Free Anita Foeman of the Discussion Project at
West Chester University discusses the influence
culture and cultural perceptions have on guiding
and shaping communicative behaviors. With the
use of DNA testing, Foeman explores the
construction of race and the perception of
ethnicity. Participants discover they share a
rich background that is often unexpected.
Office of institutiOnal Diversity anD inclusiOn
601 South College Road Wilmington, NC 28403-5674
OIDI provides diversity and inclusion initiatives, programs and strategies that contribute to UNCW’s mission and vision,
facilitate powerful learning experiences, and foster a more inclusive and equitable campus.
Learn more about OIDI at www.uncw.edu/diversity.
Events are subject to change. Visit www.uncw.edu/diversity for updates.
Accommodations for disabilities may be requested by calling 910.962.2691 at least 3 days prior to the event. UNCW is an EEO/AA institution. Questions regarding UNCW’s Title IX compliance should be directed to [email protected].
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