The African-American Society (AAS) and Gospel Ensemble have joined forces to honor Black History Month at Albright. The festivities kicked off with a celebratory march on the first Monday and commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous “I Have A Dream Speech” in the campus center, where it played for the entire day. But, the Black History celebration does not end there—according to the members of the Black History Month Committee, playing King’s speech and participating in marches does not do the significance of this month justice.
“Black history month is a time to celebrate and revere the triumphs and tribulations that black people have endured for the past 400 years,” sophomore Meaghan Washington said of the month. Washington is one of many students pleased with the efforts the Black History Month Committee are making to celebrate Black History Month at Albright. “I think it’s banging!” freshman Dave Smith enthusiastically spoke of the BHMC’s efforts. “We’re doing something different every week and we’re exposing the whole school to it. We should appreciate the progress blacks have made and how can make more progress,” Smith added.
Acknowledging the importance in recognizing the importance of Black History Month, AAS president and junior Brittany McLaughlin is proud to announce the upcoming Black history-themed events. In the coming weeks, the BHMC will be hosting “Apollo Café,” based on the Amateur Night talent shows at the historic New York theater that held performances some of brightest musical acts in the history of American music. There will also be a movie night every Friday showing the best of black cinema. Later this month, there will be a “Blacks in Wax Museum,” a spin on the famous museum in Baltimore. Albright students will dress up and portray prominent African-American figures. There will also be a gospel concert, a dinner and talent show. The month will conclude with another march that will honor President Barack Obama and Winter Ball, an annual formal dance that AAS organizes.
According to McLaughlin, it is important to participate in Black History Month events because it pays homage to those who sacrificed and came before her. “It’s a time set aside to help me remember my past and not forget or take for granted where I come from,” says McLaughlin.
Furthermore, McLaughlin think it is not only crucial for her to honor her own history but for the members of the Albright community of all races and ethnicities as well. “Albright has been trying to become more diverse forever and should continue trying. The whole point of school is not only educating yourself, academically but culturally, too.” McLaughlin, Smith and Washington all expressed the fact importance in recognizing Black History Month not only for black students but for all students, regardless of race. Black History Month does not only belong to blacks but to every American. And, with the strong efforts of the BHMC, this idea will be conveyed—everyone will feel apart of this portion of America’s history.
“Black history month is a time to celebrate and revere the triumphs and tribulations that black people have endured for the past 400 years,” sophomore Meaghan Washington said of the month. Washington is one of many students pleased with the efforts the Black History Month Committee are making to celebrate Black History Month at Albright. “I think it’s banging!” freshman Dave Smith enthusiastically spoke of the BHMC’s efforts. “We’re doing something different every week and we’re exposing the whole school to it. We should appreciate the progress blacks have made and how can make more progress,” Smith added.
Acknowledging the importance in recognizing the importance of Black History Month, AAS president and junior Brittany McLaughlin is proud to announce the upcoming Black history-themed events. In the coming weeks, the BHMC will be hosting “Apollo Café,” based on the Amateur Night talent shows at the historic New York theater that held performances some of brightest musical acts in the history of American music. There will also be a movie night every Friday showing the best of black cinema. Later this month, there will be a “Blacks in Wax Museum,” a spin on the famous museum in Baltimore. Albright students will dress up and portray prominent African-American figures. There will also be a gospel concert, a dinner and talent show. The month will conclude with another march that will honor President Barack Obama and Winter Ball, an annual formal dance that AAS organizes.
According to McLaughlin, it is important to participate in Black History Month events because it pays homage to those who sacrificed and came before her. “It’s a time set aside to help me remember my past and not forget or take for granted where I come from,” says McLaughlin.
Furthermore, McLaughlin think it is not only crucial for her to honor her own history but for the members of the Albright community of all races and ethnicities as well. “Albright has been trying to become more diverse forever and should continue trying. The whole point of school is not only educating yourself, academically but culturally, too.” McLaughlin, Smith and Washington all expressed the fact importance in recognizing Black History Month not only for black students but for all students, regardless of race. Black History Month does not only belong to blacks but to every American. And, with the strong efforts of the BHMC, this idea will be conveyed—everyone will feel apart of this portion of America’s history.
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