Black History Month
Events | Teraanga Commons | Stories | Resources
In 1995, after a motion by politician Jean Augustine, representing the riding of Etobicoke—Lakeshore in Ontario, Canada’s House of Commons officially recognized February as Black History Month.
During Black History Month, people in Canada celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black people and their communities. Members of the Carleton community mark this month annually in a variety of ways.
While Black History Month is an important moment to mark annually, Carleton recognizes that Black inclusion must be an everyday, year-round priority.
Events
Feb 12
For Us, By Us – Black History Vendor Market
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11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
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Galleria, fourth floor Nideyinàn, Carleton University
Feb 19
Black Applicant Information Evening
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6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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270 Teraanga Commons, Carleton University
Feb 23
Curls & Coils: The Politics of Black Hair in Canada
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6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
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Richcraft Atrium Richcraft Hall, Carleton University
Feb 24
Grounded Power: A Movement-Based Self Defense Class for Black Women and Black Non-Binary People
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6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
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Ravens Studio (1115) Athletics Centre, Carleton University
Feb 25
Letters To Our Future: BHM Reflection Night
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4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
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302 Wellness Centre Nideyinàn, Carleton University
Teraanga Commons
Carleton commissioned two murals by local artist Jimmy Baptiste to celebrate the naming of Teraanga Commons, formerly known as Residence Commons. Baptiste is a graphic artist, curator and muralist who noted that majority of his projects are related to his own identity — Blackness. The mural above celebrates the new name for the building, “Teraanga,” a Senegalese word from the Wolof language means sharedness, civility and honour where generosity of spirit is emphasized.
Carleton’s Housing & Residence Life prioritizes Black student wellness by celebrating Black culture and creating inclusive spaces in Teraanga Commons, such as the Black Student Hub, where Black students can gather, connect and find support.
Stories
Maestro Fresh Wes Gets ‘Stamped’ Into Canadian History
In honour of Black History Month, Canada Post has unveiled a stamp celebrating Maestro Fresh Wes, also known as Wes Williams, as part of a special set paying tribute to pioneers of Canadian hip-hop.
Carleton Anchors Collaboration Through South Africa-Canada Universities Network
Building on more than three decades of Canada-South Africa academic collaboration, Carleton University is helping formalize a new era of partnership.
Alumni Entrepreneur Camille Dundas Calls for Change in Journalism
Camille Dundas, the co-founder and editor-in-chief of ByBlacks.com, called on the journalists at the first annual Mary Ann Shadd Cary Lecture to show compassion and collaborate with the people they interview.
The Transformative Power of African Knowledge
Carleton University and South Africa’s University of Zululand have formed a new partnership to advance African Indigenous knowledge systems, using traditional community wisdom to address major global challenges.
Carleton Celebrates Installation of President Wisdom Tettey
Carleton University installed Wisdom Tettey as its 17th President and Vice-Chancellor on June 16, a major milestone celebrated alongside nearly 500 graduate students who crossed the stage to receive their degrees.
Carleton Student Eyes AI Health Solutions
Growing up in Abeokuta, a mid-sized city in southwestern Nigeria, Precious Kolawole was certain of two things. She was going to attend university and, eventually, make a career for herself in healthcare.
Resources
Anti-Black Racism and Black Inclusion
Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
Black Student Hub
Carleton Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan
CUSA Racialized and International Student Experience
Department of Equity and Inclusive Communities
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Residence
Health and Counselling Services
IBET Momentum Fellowship
Institute of African Studies
Mental Health and Wellness
New Names for New Times Initiative
Racialized and Indigenous Faculty Alliance