Black Heritage Month 2012 BHM 2012 : Page 7
Homestead Campus 500 College Terrace / Homestead, FL 33030 / 305-237-5065 Tuseday, February 14, 2012 Social Construction of Race Racism exists, but do races? Professor Mannino will address this question – via the thoughts of Cornel West – in a presentation for Black Heritage Month. Other questions that will be addressed are: What is the difference between race, racism, and racialism? What does West have to say about Blackness and race? What is the philosophy of race and racism? Hosted by Prof. Jessyca Pérez and Prof. Michael Mannino 8:25-9:50 a.m. Room F222 Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Black Heritage Month Academy Awards Join us in a fun and festive event honoring previous black Academy Award winners with guest appearances from some of the artists themselves and learn more about the plight of Black actors in the film industry. Hosted by Prof. Adam Vellone, Prof. Jessyca Pérez and Prof. Wendy Goodwin Noon-1:30 p.m. Room F222 Thursday, February 23, 2012 The Real Path to the Pros The presentation will include statistics regarding professional players from South Florida, “hype” vs. reality, tips and pitfalls, as well as a panel of former professional and college stars from the area to discuss their journey and to provide insight into the preparation and realistic expectations of becoming a professional athlete. Hosted by Prof. Simeon Richardson, Prof. Surender Lindley, and Carlos Needham 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Room F222 Thursday, February 16, 2012 Black Heritage Jeopardy This is an opportunity for students to play and compete with one another while demonstrating how much they know about Black heritage in the United States. Hosted by Prof. Magdalena Lamarre 9:50 a.m.-11:05 a.m. Room F222 Monday, February 27, 2012 Black Super Heroes How much do you really know about comic-book heroes? Join us in an engaging presentation about black superheroes that will leave you flying high. Hosted by Prof. Magdalena Lamarre 9:00-10:00 a.m. Room F222 Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Celebrating Black Families Breakfast Join us for a morning of refreshment and entertainment as we pay tribute to strong black families through poetry and reflection. Host: Prof. Wendy Goodwin 10:00-11:15 a.m. Room F222 # 8
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