February is National Black History month. The observance originated in 1926 and is designated for the promotion of cultural understanding in America. East Arkansas Community College has a wide array of events scheduled on campus for students, faculty, and staff.

Schedule of Events at East Arkansas Community College:

February 1-28          

Art and Book Display - EACC Library (Learning Resource Center)

February 1- March 4          

Art Gallery Exhibit - EACC Gallery (Fine Arts Center)

Chords of Abstraction by Artist George Frederick Nash

February 7, 9, 14, 16, and 21          

Cultural Café Book Series - EACC Library (Learning Resource Center)

February 8, 10, 17, and 24          

Film Review - Classroom Building 1, Room 107

Films will include I Am Not Your Negro, Women of the Movement, and A Raisin in the Sun    

February 14-18       

Black History Scavenger Hunt - EACC Campus

February 17            

Food Distribution/Food Drive Event to support EACC Food Pantry

February 23            

Historical Black College and University (HBCU) Virtual Transfer Fair

February 28            

Health Fair - EACC Fine Arts Center

Allied Health students will host a health fair contributing to the national theme of "Black Health and Wellness"

For information about events scheduled on campus for students, faculty, and staff in celebration of Black History Month, call 870-633-4480, ext. 233 or email jcopeland@eacc.edu.