Heritage Celebration Months
Black History Month
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
Join us as we host various celebrations and events to commemorate Black History Month!
2026 Event Calendar
Conversation with Colleagues
Thursday, February 5th | 3pm-4pm
Location: Virtual
Nikieia Johnson, Director of the African American Museum of Southern Arizona will present to us on history, culture, and contributions of African Americans in Southern Arizona.
Wes Woodson – Mental Health & Motivational Speaker
Tuesday, February 10th | Signal Peak Campus
Noon Time Discussion | 12:00-1:15pm
Location: Signal Peak Campus | I400/401
Topic: Navigating mental health, belonging, and finding support & community.
In collaboration with COM263 and Professor .
Evening Motivational Session | 6:00-7:30PM
Location: Signal Peak Campus | I400/401
Topic: “I Have Anxiety, So What?” — Helping individuals turn stress into self-love with real strategies for mental wellness.
Highlights:
- First 25 students will receive free signed book.
- Drawing for free CAC swag and Wes Woodson giveaways!
Open Mic Night with EIT Club
Thursday, February 19th | 5:00-7:00PM
Co-hosted with the Entertainment Industry Technology (EIT) Club, Professor Daniel Bush, and Professor Dani Livingstone.
Email centralaz.eitclub@gmail.com to register!
Student, employee, and community performers will feature:
- Hip-Hop Jazz
- R&B
- Original music and covers
Food Trucks:
Black History Celebration
Tuesday, February 24th | 11:30am – 1:30pm
- 25th anniversary of CAC Black History Month Poetry Contest
- Pecha Kucha Speaking Competition
- Free Soul Food Lunch (while supplies last)
- Black History Display Boards curated by CAC Students on a variety of topics.
- Kawambe Omowale – African Drum & Dance Theatre