A Century of Black History Commemorations
Signature Events
Sankofa African American Museum on Wheels: A traveling museum showcasing history, culture and innovations of African Americans, 1860-present
February 24, 2026, 12–5 p.m., Student Center, Room 307Contact: Campus Life dswilson@nsu.edu
Voting Rights in the 20th Century: A panel discussion in collaboration with Portsmouth Museums
February 26, 2026, 12:30 p.m., Tony & Kimberly Brother Ballroom, Student Center, Room 138A (reception following)Contact: Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander clnewby-alexander@nsu.edu
Come and checkout the human body’s pump! “Matters of the Heart” Health Fair
In honor of the 2026 Black History Celebration at NSU
Hosted by the Department of Nursing & Allied Health
Thursday, February 26, 202610:00 AM – 12:00 Noon EST & 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ESTNursing & General Education Building (NGE)1st floor open foyer near the Starbucks CafeFor more information, contact: Dr. Melody Armstrong, Mrs. Sandra Olanitori
The HBCU Choral Festival: Hampton University, Howard University and Norfolk State University
March 1, 2026, 4 p.m., L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts CenterTickets: $20--Adults, $10--Children and Students (with ID)Contact: Ticket Center (757) 823-9009
Keep your eyes on the Prize: A conversation about the Black Freedom Movement—then and now
March 4, 2026, 6 p.m., Tony & Kimberly Brothers Ballroom, Student Center, Room 138BFree and open to the public.Featuring Mukasa Dada aka Mr. Willie Ricks and Diana ChappellModerated by: Obi Egbuna Jr. Contact: Dr. Travis Harris ttharris@nsu.edu
Highway Equity Study: A panel discussion featuring the Center for African American Public Policy
March 25, 2026, 6:00-8:00 p.m., NGE 101 (reception following)Contact: Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander clnewby-alexander@nsu.edu
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Past Events for Black History Month 2026
Addressing the Black Human Condition in Commemoration Work
February 12, 2026, 12:30 p.m., Dorothy B. Brothers Auditorium, Student Center, Room 149Justin G. Reid, inaugural civic partnership fellow at Monticello UNESCO World Heritage SiteContact: Dr. Colita Fairfax cnfairfax@nsu.edu