MESA | Black History Month Opening Ceremony

Please join us for an Opening Address from U-M School of Music, Theatre, and Dance Faculty Lecturer, Deidre D.S.SENSE Smith. Followed by a range of student, staff, and special guest performances from Neptune XXI including spoken word, immersive sound experiences, story-telling, and more.

This year, the BHM Opening Ceremony is a partnership between MESA, the Trotter Multicultural Center & student organizations, Supporting Incoming Black Students (SIBS), and the Black Student Union (BSU). The focus of Black History Month programming this year is empowering and uplifting the rich, timeless culture, and ingenious talent contributions of Black folx within the Diaspora. Our theme, "Empowering Generations: Past, Present, Future" with an emphasis on Black Creativity and Expression is inspired by the generational impact of the arts, how they have connected the Community, and represents the foundation of this celebration. 

We hope you can join us for the Opening Ceremony and our upcoming events throughout February!

**Mandatory registration to receive BHM Swag!**