IUP African American Cultural Center News http://www.iup.edu/news.aspx?blogid=6451 News from African American Cultural Center at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. 2009-11-21T22:56:29Z en-US Pumpkin Decorating Contest and Haunted House and Maze Tour http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=86837&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news The African American Cultural Center of Indiana University of Pennsylvania presents an opportunity for participants to display their artist skills and celebrate the 2009 Halloween season at its first Pumpkin Decorating Contest, held on Friday, October 30, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., followed by a Haunted House tour at Haunted Hollow at Yarnick’s Farm.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-10-27T14:54:00Z The African American Cultural Center of Indiana University of Pennsylvania presents an opportunity for participants to display their artist skills and celebrate the 2009 Halloween season at its first Pumpkin Decorating Contest, held on Friday, October 30, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., followed by a Haunted House tour at Haunted Hollow at Yarnick’s Farm.

Haunted House attendees will meet at 8:00 p.m. at the AACC, depart by 8:30 p.m. from the AACC for the Haunted House (transportation provided), and will return to IUP at approximately 11:00 p.m. Participants can choose to journey through the maze and visit the Haunted House, or sit by the bonfire with others, drink hot chocolate, and enjoy various other food items that will be available at Yarnick’s Farm for purchase.

Admission is free for the IUP community (or $6 for non-IUP members), but space and transportation are limited! To reserve your seat or for more information, please call the AACC at 724-357-2455. Reservations will be taken until all seats are filled.

]]> Kwanzaa Celebration with Derrick Ashong and Kulu West African Ensemble http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=86826&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news On Saturday, December 12, 2009, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., the African American Cultural Center will present the annual Kwanzaa Celebration, a cultural celebration of family, friends, and culture, in the HUB Ohio Room.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-10-27T14:54:00Z On Saturday, December 12, 2009, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., the African American Cultural Center will present the annual Kwanzaa Celebration, a cultural celebration of family, friends, and culture, in the HUB Ohio Room.

Key presenters and performers will include the Kulu West African Drum and Dance Ensemble, and Derrick Ashong, a Harvard-educated musician, lyricist, actor, and social entrepreneur who was a feature in Steven Spielberg’s Amistad. He is also the founder of Take Back the Mic, a youth empowerment agency.

The event is free and open to the public. A covered dish is required. For further information, please contact the AACC at 724-357-2455.

]]> Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother: African American Cultural Center Family Weekend Reception http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=86819&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news The nineteenth annual African American Cultural Center Family Weekend Reception occurs Saturday, October 31, 2009, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the HUB Ohio Room on the IUP campus. This event is free and open to all,

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-10-27T14:54:00Z The nineteenth annual African American Cultural Center Family Weekend Reception occurs Saturday, October 31, 2009, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the HUB Ohio Room on the IUP campus. This event is free and open to all and provides an opportunity for parents and students to meet with and interact with members of the IUP community in informal setting.

This year's program, “Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother,” features a showcase of IUP student talent, including various student leaders, the IUP Voices of Joy Gospel Choir, Against All Odds Band, and The Troupe Improv Group. Refreshments and door prizes will be available. For further information, please contact the AACC at 724-357-2455.

]]> AACC Cultural Enrichment Night: Mexican Cuisine and Salsa Contest http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=85797&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news Just in time for Homecoming 2009, the second Monthly Cultural Enrichment Night, sponsored by the IUP ;African American Cultural Center, will include dinner and a Salsa contest at Cozumel Mexicano Restaurante of Indiana, Pa., on Thursday, October 8, at 6:00 p.m.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-10-08T14:54:00Z Just in time for Homecoming 2009, the second Monthly Cultural Enrichment Night, sponsored by the IUP African American Cultural Center, will include dinner and a Salsa contest at Cozumel Mexicano Restaurante of Indiana, Pa., on Thursday, October 8, at 6:00 p.m.

The cost is $5 per person after the first twenty persons. Space is limited! To reserve your place or receive further information, contact the AACC at 724-357-2455.

]]> Homecoming Cabaret With a Focus on Afro-Caribbean Culture http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=85796&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news On Friday, October 9, 2009, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. in the HUB Ohio Room, come out and enjoy Homecoming 2009 with an evening of Afro-Caribbean culture that includes Afro-Caribbean Rock, Rap, and Reggae.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-10-08T14:54:00Z On Friday, October 9, 2009, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. in the HUB Ohio Room, come out and enjoy Homecoming 2009 with an evening of Afro-Caribbean culture that includes Afro-Caribbean Rock, Rap, and Reggae.

Besides Afro-Caribbean cuisine, special guests will include the Image Band from Washington, D.C. This “engaged dance band” and “one of the most beloved campus attractions in the country” will provide live music and lots of dancing. Totally free admission! Space is limited! Entrance is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Start the evening with something unique and different. Enjoy great food and have a great time with one of the most popular dance bands in the mid-Atlantic region and beyond. For further information, contact the African American Cultural Center at 724-357-2455.

 

]]> Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., 2010 Commemorative Program http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=84002&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news On Thursday, January 28, 2010, the IUP African American Cultural Center will host the twenth annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Commemorative Program.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-09-08T14:54:00Z On Thursday, January 28, 2010, the IUP African American Cultural Center will host the twenth annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Commemorative Program.

The program is designed to honor and recognize Dr. King and the National King Holiday as well serve as a kickoff to Black History Month 2010. The event is expected to include a full day of activities and a keynote program in Fisher Auditorium at IUP.

Please watch the African American Cultural Center website for further information on this program as it develops. You can also contact us at 724-357-2455.

]]> African American Cultural Center Annual Open House 2009 http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=84001&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news The African American Cultural Center’s annual Open House will take place on Thursday, September 10, 2009, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. It will include a special appearance by IUP’s own Against All Odds Band.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-09-08T14:54:00Z The African American Cultural Center’s annual Open House will take place on Thursday, September 10, 2009, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. It will include a special appearance by IUP’s own Against All Odds Band.

We hope you can join us and ask that you encourage students to attend. This will be an excellent oppornity to meet the staff, tour our facility, learn more about what we do, and let us know how we may be of assistance to you. Please feel free to join us.

Also, please note that the Resource Library of African American History and Culture (at the African American Cultural Center) is available for students and your use as needed, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The center is located in Susan Snell Delaney Hall, Room B23 (across from Folger Hall).

Should you have any questions, please contact Dr. Carolyn Princes, associate dean of Students for Multicultural Affairs, at 724-357-2455.

]]> Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Commemorative Program to Be Held http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=65259&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news On Thursday, January 29, 2009, the IUP African American Cultural Center will host the nineteenth annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Commemorative Program.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2009-01-27T14:54:00Z On Thursday, January 29, 2009, the IUP African American Cultural Center will host the nineteenth annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Commemorative Program. The program is designed to honor and recognize Dr. King and the National King Holiday as well serve as a kickoff to Black History Month 2009. This year’s theme is “Dawning of a New Era” and will include a full day of activities (see below). A keynote program will conclude the day at 7:00 p.m. in Eberly College of Business with Ms. Donna Brazile presenting the Keynote Address entitled “Martin, Malcolm, Rosa, Obama, and Now Us: The Politics of Climate Change.”

Ms. Brazile is also chair of the Voting Rights Institute and the first African American woman to “lead a major presidential campaign,” having served as campaign manager for Gore-Lieberman 2000. She has also worked on a number of other presidential campaigns that range from Carter-Mondale to Clinton-Gore. Several students, faculty members, and a special presentation by award-winning children of Pittsburgh will be among other participants. The event is sponsored by the African American Cultural Center in conjunction with the office of Social Equity and Civic Engagement, the Pan African Studies Program, and a number of other university departments and/or organizations.

We hope you can join us. For further information, please contact the AACC at 724-357-2455 or visit the African American Cultural Center website. Further information on the Keynote speaker is available at the American Program Bureau.

The following is a complete listing of activities for the commemorative program on Thursday, January 29, 2009:

  • 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. — The Annual MLK Film Fest showing “King,” Crimson Event Center, Folger Hall
  • 1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. — The Annual MLK Luncheon and Reflections Workshop, Crimson Event Center, Folger Hall
  • 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. — Keynote Program with Donna Brazile as guest speaker, Eberly College of Business Auditorium
    A Q&A period, reception, and book signing follow the keynote program.

All events are free. All are welcome!

]]> African American Cultural Center Annual Open House http://www.iup.edu/newsItem.aspx?id=48991&blogid=6451&utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=news The African American Cultural Center’s annual Open House takes place this Wednesday, August 27, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and includes a special appearance by Caribbean steel-drum band Steel Impressions.

]]> Mr. Bruce V. Dries bvdries 2008-08-26T14:54:00Z The African American Cultural Center’s annual Open House, will take place this Wednesday, August 27, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. It will include a special appearance by Caribbean steel-drum band Steel Impressions.

We hope you can join us and ask that you encourage students to attend. This will be an excellent oppornity to meet the staff, tour our facility, and learn more about what we do, and let us know how we may be of assistance to you. Please feel free to join us.

Also, please note that, at the African American Cultural Center, the Library of African American History and Culture is available for students and your use as needed, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The center is located in Susan Snell Delaney Hall, Room B23 (across from Folger Hall).

Should you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Princes at 724-357-2455.

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