Game Night: Superbowl Viewing
Co-sponsored with BSU & ARAMARK
Orange and Brew, 6pm



Monday, February 6th

Soul of Africa: African Dance Workshop

Hosted by African Student Union & Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Location TBA, 6:30pm

In the continent of Africa, dance has always been a way of expression. Stories have been passed down through many generations, with movements that exemplify hope, pain and love. We plan to share these traditions during our event. Our main focus is to educate the public about West African dance; how it is a remedy to the body, how it showcases tradition and how it tells a story. We plan to focus on the history of African dance and show how it influences modern day American and Caribbean dance. 

Guest: Mohamed Dacosta (Drum Instructor) and Patricia Hilliard-Nun ( Dance Instructor



Tuesday, February 7th

Truth is Timeless
Cosponsored with Iota Phi Theta, RCP, BASE, and PRIDE
Rion Ballroom, 7pm

Our Annual Poetry Nights has a twist! In recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, BHM presents a night of information and entertainment. Guests will be educated on statistics, prevention methods and facts regarding HIV/AIDS through the performing arts to include dance, music, theatre, poetry, and visual arts. This event is co-sponsored by RCP, Iota Phi Theta, Inc., BASE, and PRIDE.



Wednesday, February 8th

Co-sposors Forum

Hosted by BWII, BMDI, Progressive Black Men, Theta Nu Xi

MCCA 2186, 6:15

We will be exploring the class system that is taking place in the African American community.  We will begin with the history of how divisions amongst the African American people came about. We will breakdown stereotypical terms found in the Black community such as "ghetto" and "bougie."  We will then discuss various examples of this particular class system including the way in which Blacks are depicted in media, sports, and other forms of entertainment.  We will conclude by examining this phenomenon right here on the UF campus.



Thursday, February 9th

Health Awareness Day: “Just for the Health of It,” pt. 1

Reitz Union North Lawn, 5pm

The best way to show you care is to be aware, so join us throughout the month to promote health awareness! Engage in an evening of fun, Zumba, and Yoga with some of UF’s very own student ATHLETES on February 9^th.

Friday, February 10th

The Annual Fashion X-Clusive (FX)
Grand Ballroom, Friday, 7:30pm

IBC Openhouse
Institute of Black Culture



Sunday, February 12th

Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant

Hosted by the Theta Sigma Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Reitz Grand Ballroom., 6:30pm

The Miss Black and Gold Scholarship Pageant is an outgrowth of the long standing tradition of Alpha Phi Alpha to recognize the intelligence, strength, and beauty of the women in our communities. The event showcases the poise and talent of our lovely contestants as well as the philanthropic efforts of the Theta Sigma Chapter and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. As a reward for the winning contestant, first and second runners-up, the chapter presents scholarships in the amounts of $1,000, $300 and $200 respectively. The production itself includes choreographed dance performance, audience participation, support of various campus and community organizations and so much more!



Monday, February 13th

Abraham Lincoln Exhibit Celebrates Lincoln's Birthday
Hosted by Library West
Plaza of the Americas


Give Me a Try
Hosted by JAMSA

Location TBA, 6:30pm

The event is a social event that encourages everyone to interact with one another through dating games. The entire event is valentines day themed and we will also be giving out massages.

Wednesday, February 15th

Drake: The Club Paradise Tour
Hosted by Live Nation
Wednesday, Feb. 15th 8pm
O'Connell Center



Thursday, February 16th

The Essence of Culture
TBA

Set in the style of a block party, we invite you to an enticing and vibrant ethnocentric event that captures the brilliance of cultures throughout the University of Florida. Come celebrate Black History Month with delicious food and music from different countries while learning exciting new things about the different cultures represented at UF.



Friday, February 17th

FISS Kick-off
Institute of Black Culture, 12pm


Institute of Black Culture 40th Anniversary Celebration Banquet
Arredondo Cafe


BHM Annual Comedy Show
Grand Ballroom, 7pm

Join us for a night filled with laughter as we welcome you to see Marcus Combs and Benji Brown. Bring your tissue because these comics, along with our show host Barry, will have you crying with laughter, slapping your knees, and clapping for an encore!



Saturday, February 18th

FISS-fest
Flavet Field, 11am

The Florida Invitational Step Show (FISS) Presents "Back to the Basics"
O'Connell Center, 7pm

Sunday, February 19th


Black Faculty Appreciation Banquet
Hosted by NSBE
Ustler Atrium, 6pm

This year we are taking the time to give thanks and show appreciation to our African American Faculty and staff with our 1st Annual Black Faculty Appreciation Banquet. We will take the time to award distinguished and impacting faculty within various departments of colleges in the University while educating many of the importance of there work at the University of Florida.

Monday, February 20th

BHM Speaker
Reitz Union Grand Ballroom



Tuesday, February 21st

Health Awareness Day: “Just for the Health of It,” pt. 2
Reitz Union Colonnade, 11am-2pm

We welcome you to an opportunity to receive expedient advice from healthcare professionals and student health organizations and challenge you to commit to being fit, not because you have to, but Just for the Health of It!

Wednesday, February 22nd

Panel of Alumni
Cosponsored with The Gator Chapter of NAACP, OAP, and NABA
Matthews Suite, 6pm

Building Bridges takes time, so join us as we open the doors of communication between students and faculty to help students create a diverse networking circle focused on academic success. Students can anticipate interacting with prominent leaders on our campus through a mix and mingling session.



Thursday, February 23rd

Sonia Sanchez Lecture
Hosted by the African American Studies Dept.
Thursday, Feb. 23rd



Friday, February 24th

IBC Conversations with Black Faculty and Staff
Institute of Black Culture


Black Male Extravaganza (BME)
Rion Ballroom

Saturday, February 25th

BHM Annual Family Day (formerly Kids Day)
Woodland Park Boys and Girls Club



Monday, February 27th

UF's Best Dance Crew
Reitz Union Rion Ballroom, 7pm


UF's Best Dance crew is a dance competition based off of the MTV hit show "America's Best Dance Crew." Teams will compete to be known as the best dance crew on campus by performing and incorporating various challenges that symbolize aspects of Black history.



Tuesday, February 28th

Spa Day (formerly Mahogany Is...)
Ustler Atrium, 6pm

Are you stressed out & need to indulge in pampering and relaxation? BHM & BWII invites you to the Spa to stimulate your mental health. Come out and enjoy free massages, free haircuts, hair care samples and advice from professional stylists, make up tutorials by experts, & much more.

Wednesday, February 29th

Lift Every Voice and Sing
Turlington Plaza, 12:30pm