Jefferson State Celebrates Black History

February 12, 2018 dbobo Blog

Black History Text Image - squareMark your calendar and accept this special invitation as we observe Black History Month at Jefferson State. The 2018 programs and activities will be informative and enjoyable so please plan now to attend and participate!

2018 National Black History Month Theme:
African Americans in Times of War

February (all month)
Socks for the Sole – sock collection drive
Chilton-Clanton Campus
Contact Heather Smith at 280-8201 for details

February 15
Black History Trivia
Shelby-Hoover Campus, HSB 156
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Free refreshments

​February 19-28
Black History Display Board
St. Clair-Pell City Campus

​February 20-21
Black History Quiz Table
Chilton-Clanton Campus

February 21
Black History Month Program
Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Larry Sailes – Dr. Sailes is retired from the U.S. Navy. He served in several conflicts and was at the Pentagon during the attacks on September 11, 2001. He currently works to ensure career progression for transitioning veterans.
Jefferson Campus, FSC 400
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Light reception to follow

​February 27
Black History Month Presentation
Speaker: Ashley Jones – poet & author of Magic City Gospel
Shelby-Hoover Campus, Multipurpose Room
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Free refreshments

February 28
Black History Month Program
Special Guest Speakers: Reggie Hyde & Sheila Hyde – These siblings are trailblazers in their field as professional commercial pilots. They are both graduates of Tuskegee University, military veterans, and carry the distinction of Tuskegee Airmen.
Shelby-Hoover Campus, Multipurpose Room
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Light reception to follow

We’re looking forward to seeing you!

The Jefferson State Community College Black History Committee