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TCC CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH – FEBRUARY 2007
Public invited to share in films, speakers, jazz, African dance and hands-on art
Highlight: Talks by 1st African-American female transplant surgeon - Dr. Velma Scantlebury
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. – (Jan. 2, 2007) – Tidewater Community College celebrates Black History Month with a wide assortment of activities throughout February. With performances, workshops, lectures and entertainment at each of TCC’s four campuses, the community is invited to celebrate the rich and diverse contributions of African Americans. All activities are free and open to the general public.
Highlights are listed below. Visit www.tcc.edu for a list of all TCC Black History Month events. For directions and maps to TCC’s four campuses, click here for “campus maps”.
February 1
Discussion of the Tuskegee Airmen
Howard Manly, formerly director, Field Activities Division, Air Force Systems Command and, concurrently, deputy commander, Contingency Operations Group for JCS world-wide readiness exercises, will discuss the important contributions of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Portsmouth Campus: 822-1122
Beazley Building, Portsmouth Theater, Room 222
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Cure for the Poetry Blahs Workshop
Versatile poet and educator Toni Wynn explores the poetry of Langston Hughes, Nikki Giovanni and Shel Silverstein. This is poetry at its best for all to enjoy.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Building, Pungo Auditorium, Room 133
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Suwabi African Ballet - back by popular demand
For over10 years, the Suwabi African Ballet has brought to life the traditions of African culture. You will experience the excitement of authentic African dance, costumes and rhythmic percussion as you watch their excellent performance.
Norfolk Campus: 822-1122
TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, 340 Granby St., Room 4235
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Open “Mic” Hour with Nathan Richardson
Renowned poet, story teller and author Nathan Richardson will share his gift of poetry. Books will be for sale following the event.
Chesapeake Campus: 822-1122
Whitehurst Building, Theater
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
February 5
It’s a Step Show!
Appreciate the energy, enthusiasm and great teamwork of TCC’s Step team in action.
Portsmouth Campus: 822-1122
Beazley Building, Cafeteria, Bay 5
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
February 6
A Highlight event - Dr. Velma P. Scantlebury
As professor of surgery and director of transplantation at the University of South Alabama’s Regional Transplant Center, Mobile, Ala., Dr. Scantlebury is the first African-American woman transplant surgeon in the United States. She is very active in promoting organ donation and transplantation in minority populations. Sponsored by the TCC Women's Center.
Norfolk Campus: 822-1122
Martin Building, 300 Granby St., Room 2505
12 - 1 p.m.
The Power of Personal Decisions
As part of TCC’s Leadership Lecture Series, Andrea Mosby-Jones tells her own story about success. Known to capture her audience within moments, Andrea’s passion empowers students to realize that no matter what hardships or struggles they face, they can emerge stronger. She looks at these challenges as opportunities to build character and to allow people to learn about their full potential.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Building, Pungo Auditorium, Room 133
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
February 7
A Highlight event - Dr. Velma P. Scantlebury
As professor of surgery and director of transplantation at the University of South Alabama’s Regional Transplant Center, Mobile, Ala., Dr. Scantlebury is the first African-American woman transplant surgeon in the United States. She is very active in promoting organ donation and transplantation in minority populations. Sponsored by the TCC Women's Center.
Portsmouth Campus: 822-1122
Beazley Building, Waterfront Conference Room, Bay 5
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
February 8
That’s Slammin’
Queen Sheba performs her original, award-winning slam poetry, demonstrating a powerful new art form.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Building, Pungo Auditorium, Room 133
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
February 13
The American Dream
The American Jazz Ensemble uses music, song and narrative to embrace the life story of Louis Armstrong, one of the most famous jazz musicians of the 20th century.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Building, Pungo Auditorium, Room 133
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
One Noble Journey
Mike Wiley presents this historical performance based on a true story that traces the desperate measures taken by Henry “Box” Brown to gain freedom from slavery and to start a new life in Philadelphia.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Building, Pungo Auditorium, Room 133
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
February 15
I Remember
Gayle Danley, poet and performer, focuses her unique talent on her original poetry through her expressions and emotions.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Building, Pungo Auditorium, Room 133
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
February 20
Okuva Edda: A Cultural Extravaganza
Daniel SSuuna shares his experiences of growing up in Uganda through traditional songs, dances and stories.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Building, Pungo Auditorium, Room 133
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Speaker Forum of Service Organizations
Learn history from those who have experienced it. Speakers from organizations such as Shriners, NAACP and The Urban League will talk about their histories and how “things” have changed since the early days.
Portsmouth Campus: 822-1122
Beazley Building, Portsmouth Theater, Room 222
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Poetry Readings
TCC Students, faculty and staff members present their favorite poems by African-American poets.
Norfolk Campus: 822-1122Martin Building, 300 Granby St., Room 2505
12 - 1 p.m.
February 21
Leaders in Industry Career Panel
Hear testimonials and valuable information on how to own and operate a business, from local minority business leaders.
Chesapeake Campus: 822-1122
Pass Building, Room 133B
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
February 22
Prose, Poetry, Percussion and Song
The rhythmic beauty of West African storytelling and dance will come alive as you watch and listen to the performance of Tom Teasley and Charles Williams.
Virginia Beach Campus: 822-1122
Pungo Auditorium, Pungo Room 133
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
African American Art Workshop
Discover visual arts as an African American experience. Participants will use ink, string and paper while receiving instructions to create their own unique work of art.
Norfolk Campus: 822 - 1122
TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, 340 Granby St., Room 4235
12 - 2 p.m.
The Cotton Club
Enjoy a historical, cultural experience when you attend the re-creation of the Harlem Cotton Club. The evening will include dancing, open expressions and music.
Portsmouth Campus: 822-1122
Beazley Building, Cafeteria, Bay 5
6 p.m.
February 23
Legacies: The Dream Lives On
Plan to attend a special awards program co-sponsored by Tidewater Community College and The Urban League.
Norfolk Campus: 822-1122
TCC Roper Performing Arts Center, 340 Granby St., Theater
6:30 p.m.
February 28
MaTunde Sakill African Dance and Arts Ensemble
Experience traditional African music and dance as you watch this outstanding and memorable performance.
Chesapeake Campus: 822-1122
Whitehurst Building, Student Lounge
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Tidewater Community College
is the second largest of the 23 community colleges in the Commonwealth
of Virginia, enrolling more than 37,000 students annually. The 37th
largest in the nation’s 1,600 community-college network, TCC
ranks among the 50 fastest-growing large community colleges. Founded
in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, the
college serves the South Hampton Roads region with campuses in Chesapeake,
Norfolk, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach as well as the TCC Jeanne
and George Roper Performing Arts Center in the theater district
in downtown Norfolk, the Visual Arts Center in Olde Towne Portsmouth
and a regional Advanced Technology Center in Virginia Beach. Forty-four
percent of the region’s residents attending a college or university
in Virginia last fall were enrolled at TCC. For more information,
visit www.tcc.edu
