Is that we can all be proud to say
To be young, gifted and black
Is where it s at.”
To Be Young, Gifted & Black - Nina Simone / Weldon Irvine
To mark Black History Month in February, the African American Student Services at The University of New Mexico has slated a series of virtual events. The theme for this semester is the arts, according to AASS director Brandi Stone, and the focus is on music in February. The calendar of events is designed to look like a Spotify playlist to reflect the musical theme.
Flag raising, Monday, Feb. 1
The month’s events will kick off with a virtual flag-raising ceremony. The event will take place and videoed on campus following COVID-safe practices and then posted on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.