FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Sonji Joyner
Communications Manager, Office of Communications
joynersr@pgcc.edu
Celebrate Black History Month at Prince George's Community College
LARGO, Md. (February 14, 2024) In celebration of Black History Month, Prince George’s Community College is excited to announce a series of engaging events throughout this month. These events are designed to honor the rich heritage, contributions, and achievements of Black Americans past and present.
Wednesday, February 14
11:45 a.m. (Virtual) – Financial Empowerment Center's Black History Discussion: Black Economic Future with Author and Chef Keidi-Awadu.
Friday, February 16
7:00 p.m. (Center for Performing Arts) – Afrofuturism Black History Show. To purchase tickets, click here.
Wednesday, February 21
11:45 a.m. (Virtual) – Financial Empowerment Center: Consumerism in Black America.
Saturday, February 24
Noon – 3 p.m. (Culinary Arts Center) - Chef demo and tasting, followed by a screening of the documentary "James Hemings: Ghost in America's Kitchen." To register, click here.
Wednesday, February 28
11:45 a.m. (Virtual) – Financial Empowerment Center: Encore Financial Lessons of MLK.
3:30 p.m. (Center for Health Studies, Room 1418) – 65th Anniversary Speaker Series featuring Julia Bethea.
Be sure to follow the College's social media accounts (@PGCCNews) on Instagram, X, Threads, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you at these special events. To learn more about PGCC, click here.
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Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security (2022-2027), Prince George's Community College (PGCC) provides high-quality education and training for the progressive and career-oriented residents of Prince George's County. From new high school graduates and career seekers to more seasoned professionals and senior citizens looking to enhance their skill sets, PGCC is comprised of students who represent a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and goals. Serving nearly 25,000 individuals annually, the College is the first choice for higher education for residents of Prince George's County. Collaborative partnerships, responsive degree and training programs, and a commitment to student success enable PGCC to address diverse education and workforce development demands.
For more information, visit the College website at www.pgcc.edu. Prince George's Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; (267-284-5000); www.msche.org. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.