Monthly Celebrations
The world is rich with diversity, which is reflected in the observances celebrated by its various cultures and populations. Celebrating and providing 'Monthly Celebrations' will allow us to recognize key diverse initiatives and celebrate our campus community
Black History Month
Our campus annually celebrates Black History Month by offering enriching conversations, presentations, and showcases that provide varied perspectives on the lives of Black people from the African Diaspora who live in the United States and the world.
Past Events
Madness Virtual Viewing and Post-Discussion
The virtual viewing of the author and a post-discussion will be hosted on Wednesday, February 12, at 6 PM in Blaisdell 138. Dr. Jean Truman has agreed to co-host the post-discussion.
"Ms. Sarah Johnson" a special presentation
A formerly enslaved woman, Sarah Johnson, settled in Olean, New York. Ms. Moore will discuss her life struggles, the regional and local Underground Railroad members who guided her to safety, and the icon she became in our area after the Civil War.
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month
Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month (LHHM) is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 to acknowledge the history, culture, and contributions of Americans whose ancestry can be traced to Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Spain.
Past Events
- The Haudenosaunee Seneca Cornhuskers: Talk and Dollmaking with Toni Scott and Mary Denea
- Allegany River Seneca Dancers
- Panel Discussion: The Haudenosaunee & the Erie Canal
- Exhibit: The Haudenosaunee & the Erie Canal
Pride Month
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month is celebrated each year in June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan.
Events
TBD
Resources
Tips for Authentically Owning Your Coming Out Experience
Native American Heritage Month
November is National Native American Heritage Month. The history of Native American Heritage Month dates back to 1900 when Dr. Arthur Caswell Parker, a Seneca and Founder of the National Congress of American Indians, first advocated for a day to recognize this country’s indigenous population. In November 1990, National American Indian Heritage Month was approved.
We encourage you to celebrate and learn about National Native American Heritage Month and take time to acknowledge the legacy of Native Americans and celebrate their many contributions.
We must also support members of our Native American/Indigenous community and appreciate the rich diversity they bring to our learning experiences.
Past Events
A special screening of Sky Woman Women, a powerful film by Dara Friedman. In observance of Native American Heritage Month, this event will feature fellowship, food, and a post-screening panel discussion featuring the film's director, Dara Friedman. Sky Woman Women explores themes of identity, culture, and the resilience of Native women. Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with the film and its creators in an intimate and thought-provoking setting.
Resources
https://nativeamericanheritagemonth.gov/
https://www.cnn.com/2019/11/02/us/national-native-american-heritage-month-trnd/index.html
Women's History Month
Women's History Month is an annual observance dedicated to recognizing, honoring, and celebrating the contributions and accomplishments of women throughout history. It is celebrated during March in many countries around the world. The month-long event serves as an opportunity to highlight women's often overlooked or marginalized achievements across various fields and cultures. Women's History Month has its roots in International Women's Day, first observed in the early 20th century as a way to advocate for women's rights and equality. The movement to recognize women's historical contributions in the United States gained momentum in the 1970s. In 1981, Congress passed a resolution to establish a national Women's History Week, which eventually evolved into Women's History Month.
The primary purpose of Women's History Month is to raise awareness about the significant roles women have played in shaping society, culture, science, politics, and more. By highlighting the achievements of women from diverse backgrounds and experiences, the month aims to challenge and break down stereotypes and inspire future generations.
Events
- Wednesday, March 26 at 4p.m. in Wick Chapel
Louisa Wall (joining us from New Zealand via Zoom) will talk about her experiences as an out lesbian, an indigenous person of Maori descent, and as a woman serving as the former Ambassador for Pacific gender equality and as a longtime Member of Parliament in New Zealand, where she advocated for human rights and sponsored the bill that led to marriage equality in New Zealand.
- Thursday April 3, Friday April 4, and Saturday April 5 at 7:30 pm and Sunday April 6 at 2 pm
Bradford Landmark Society's Crook Farm Site at 476 Seaward Avenue
Trifles: A Play by Susan Glaspell
Student Theatre Production: A lonely farmhouse. A dead body. An obvious suspect — well, the only suspect. But there are crimes and there are crimes. Three men arrive on the scene desperately looking for something. The two women who accompany them can see it. Susan Glaspell's haunting and tightly-wound exercise in visibility and defiance will come to life at the Bradford Landmark Society's Crook Farm site. (Due to limited seating, tickets must be purchased in advance from the Bromeley Family Theatre Box Office)
- Tuesday April 8 at 7:30 pm in the University Room
Nancy McCabe's middle-grade novel Fires Burning Underground will be released on April 8. Join us for a launch party in the University Room at 7:30 pm. There will be refreshments, a brief talk on writing for different audiences, a dramatic reading by a small cast of performers, a Q&A, and a book signing, with books available for purchase. More about the event here.