CFCC honors Black History Month with a series of February events
February 1 marks the beginning of Black History Month, a month dedicated to honoring the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans who have helped shape our nation.
Throughout February, Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) is excited to offer several events for community members and CFCC students, faculty, and staff to have the opportunity to learn about and hear from local Black leaders and history, discover Black-owned businesses and artists, and celebrate Black excellence through free events.
Black History Month Book Recommendation Series
All of February
CFCC Library
Stop by the CFCC Library to browse a collection of featured Black authors throughout February.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Community Conversations: What it Means to Belong: The Experiences of Students of Color at CFCC
Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023, at 11 a.m.
Union Station 170
This event will feature a panel of four current CFCC students who share their life experiences. The goal is for faculty and staff to engage with these students and explore new pathways to support students of color.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Black History Month: Lessons in History
Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at 2 p.m.
Union Station 152
Join us as we highlight our lesser-known heroes in Black history and shed light on their contributions to the world. We will be discussing leaders in the Black community who made a positive impact on American History.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Black History Month Kickoff T-Shirt Giveaway with Sea Devils Athletics
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, from 9 to 11 a.m.
Union Station Lobby
Come hang out with some Sea Devil student-athletes and coaches — and don’t forget to snag your free CFCC Black History Month T-shirt while supplies last!
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Nixon Leaders Center Black History Month Lunch Hour
Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Union Station 152
Celebrate Black History Month with lunch on us! Get to know other Nixon Leaders Center regulars and kick off Black History Month over food and drinks while supplies last.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Documentary Screening of C.F. Pope: Where Champions Were Grown
Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, at 11 a.m.
Union Station 170
“C.F. Pope: Where Champions Were Grown” (2022) is a story about the C.F. Pope School in Burgaw. C.F. Pope School was founded in 1891 by the Middle District Missionary Baptist Association and began as a school for ministers. The school was accredited in 1924 and became one of only two high schools for African Americans in Pender County.
This documentary screening is free to attend and will feature a Q&A with Dr. Richard Newkirk, a renowned C.F. Pope alumni, immediately following the screening.
This event is free and open to the public.
Black History Month Kickoff T-Shirt Giveaway with Sea Devils Athletics
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, from 9 to 11 a.m.
McKeithan Center Lobby
Come hang out with some Sea Devil student-athletes, and don’t forget to snag your free CFCC Black History Month T-shirt while supplies last!
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Converting Conversations to Contracts Business Showcase & Networking Event presented by Genesis Block
Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023, from 9 to 11 a.m.
McKeithan Center Lobby and BB&T Auditorium
Genesis Block teamed up with the Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF) to host this trade show-style fair to showcase diverse-owned businesses, potential trade partners, diversity leaders in supply, and financial partners to build meaningful relationships within the Wilmington community.
This is an excellent opportunity for Cape Fear students and local businesses to network.
This event will also host a panel conversation on “Capital Access and Opportunities in High Growth Industries.”
For more information about this event, visit genesisblockilm.com.
This event is free and open to the public.
Black History Month: Lessons in History
Thursday, Feb. 16, 2023, at 2 p.m.
Union Station 152
Join us as we highlight our lesser-known heroes in Black history and shed light on their contributions to the world. We will be discussing leaders in the Black community who made a positive impact on American History.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Motivational Monday Speaker Series: Pastor Robert L Cambell
Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, at 2 p.m.
Union Station 170
This month’s Nixon Leaders Center “Motivational Monday” speaker is Pastor Robert L. Campbell of New Beginning Christian Church, who will be speaking on the topic “Developing a Millionaire Mindset.”
Bio: Pastor Campbell is a retired United States Marine Corps veteran. He is a community leader with a B.S. in Business Administration M.S. in Business Management; he currently serves as the President of the Wilmington Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance, Chairman of the Board of East Carolina Community Development Incorporation, a non-profit that builds affordable housing, and an Advisory Board Member of BB&T Bank, Wilmington. Pastor Campbell is blessed to be married to his wife, Kathy, for 31 years, and they have four children; Leah, Tiffany, Kyle, and Brent.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
More Than A Shoe: The Impact of Sneakers in the Black Community
Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023, at 11 a.m.
Union Station 152
This informal group discussion will touch on brands such as Nike, Air Jordan, Adidas, and more as we expand on how sneaker culture impacts the lives of African Americans and other black communities around the globe.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Black History Month: Lessons in History
Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, at 2 p.m.
Union Station 152
Join us as we highlight our lesser-known heroes in Black history and shed light on their contributions to the world. We will be discussing leaders in the Black community who made a positive impact on American History.
Only for CFCC faculty, staff, and students.
Black History Month Celebration Basketball Games
Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, at 1 p.m.
Joe & Barbara Schwartz Center
1 p.m – Cape Fear Women’s Basketball vs. Catawba Valley at.
3 p.m. Cape Fear Men’s Basketball vs. Spartanburg Methodist
Join Sea Devils Athletics in culminating Black History Month with an afternoon of family-friendly fun and celebration. The doubleheader will feature the singing of the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Art students from Wilmington Girls Academy, GLOW, will showcase Black History Month-themed artwork throughout the day in the Schwartz Center lobby.
The Southeast Chapter of the National Black Leadership Caucus will be in attendance to meet with CFCC Nixon Center Leaders.
Heavenly Treats, a CFCC alumni-owned cupcake shop, will be selling baked goods during both games.
This event is open to the public.
**Admission to CFCC basketball games is $7 at the door. Cash and card are accepted. accepted. Individuals attending the women’s basketball game are also permitted to attend the men’s game at no additional charge.
