Black History Month
Black History Month traces its roots to the first Negro History Week in February of 1926. Announced by Carter Godwin Woodson, an American historian, author and journalist, Negro History Week expanded the traditional February celebrations of the lives of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, thus shifting the emphasis from the celebration of two men to the celebration of an entire people.
At SUNY Broome, when we celebrate Black History Month, we recognize the often unsung contributions of black Americans, acknowledge African Americans’ role in U.S. history, celebrate achievements of the black community, and inspire others to recognize and uphold values of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Black History Month in the News
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- March 2026 Women’s History Month Activities
by Lori Smudde on March 12, 2026 at 7:33 pmCelebrate Women’s History Month with These Exciting Events! Women’s History Trivia Test your knowledge and celebrate the incredible women who’ve shaped history—join us for Women’s History Trivia and see how
- March 27: Her Service, Her Story: Supporting Women Veterans Across SUNYby Lori Smudde on March 11, 2026 at 1:00 pm
In honor of Women’s History Month, SUNY is offering a webinar highlighting the experiences and contributions of women veterans throughout the SUNY system. A panel of women veterans will give
- Mar. 13: Empowered Women and Empowered Leaders Conferenceby Lori Smudde on March 3, 2026 at 1:14 pm
Join students, faculty and staff for two days of women’s leadership and empowerment! This amazing 2 day conference begins with a social mixer at SUNY Broome’s Culinary Events Center, March
- Professor Kristin Hofer (DH ‘02): Service, Smiles, and Second Acts at SUNY Broomeby Elisabeth Costanzo Stewart on March 2, 2026 at 4:53 pm
By Elisabeth Costanzo Stewart Exactly eight decades ago, the New York State Institute of Applied Arts & Sciences at Binghamton was founded as a post-World War II, state-funded experiment in
- Honoring Innovation: Black History Month Gallery Displayby Lori Smudde on February 26, 2026 at 1:35 pm
Stop by the SUNY Broome Gallery in the library and explore the stories of influential Black American scientists and STEM innovators, plus discover the origins and evolution of the Python
