CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – The Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center is sponsoring many events within the month of February to observe Black History Month.
On Tuesday, February 7th they will be sponsoring a National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day Programming. Each year, community stakeholders locally, nationally and internationally plan events and/or activities focused on raising awareness about HIV and getting individuals tested.
The Wilbur N. Daniel African American Cultural Center (AACC), in conjunction with Nashville CARES, will be providing free HIV/AIDS testing to all APSU students. There will also be free food for those who get tested, as well as an opportunity to enter a drawing for a prize. The testing will take place within the AACC on the campus of APSU from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
On Thursday, February 9th there will be an opportunity to view writings, artwork, etc. of African American contributions to history through the Sakofa African American Museum on Wheels. This event is possible through a collaboration with Student Life and Leadership and will be held in the Morgan University Center Lobby from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
On Thursday, February 16th there will be a “Neo-Soul”Edition of Peay Soup. Peay Soup is an open-mic night that gives students the opportunity to express themselves through words, sounds and rhythm. Peay Soup takes place in the Clement Auditorium from 6-8 p.m.
On Saturday, February 18th the AACC along with the Foy Fitness and Recreation Center are sponsoring the 2nd Annual 5K Breast Cancer Awareness Fun Walk/Run. The goal of the walk/run is to raise awareness about breast cancer. Donations will be collected and 100% of the proceeds will go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Registration will be at 9 a.m. at the Dunn Center, the walk/run will be from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and will begin at the corner of Marion and Eighth Streets. For more information or to volunteer call 931-221-7120.
On Wednesday, February 22nd Hot Topic, with the African American Studies Department, will be hosting a discussion titled “Hip Hop: Is It Still Relevant?” Come discuss the significance of hip hop music/culture and why it needs to, or not, remain relevant in society today. The discussion will be presented by Johnny Jones, assistant professor of African-American Studies from 4-6 p.m. at the African American Cultural Center.
On Tuesday, February 28th guest speaker Jeff Johnson will be speaking from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Clement Auditorium. A book signing will follow at the AACC. The event is free to all APSU students, faculty, staff and general public. This event is sponsored by the AACC and Student Affairs.
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Green Certification Banquet
Will be held at the Water Street Events Center from 6-8 p.m. Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau will be the guest speaker. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at mcgtn.org/green or by contacting Michelle Newell at manewell@mcgtn.org.
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