Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month (BHM), Syracuse University’s Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) Student Success, within the Student Experience Division, hosts a series of events in the month of February in collaboration with campus departments and student organizations. Black History Month honors the rich traditions of the African Diaspora through programming. The unique contributions and dynamic histories of people of African descent will enliven the Black cultural aesthetic via programming, dialogue and cuisine.

BHM 2024 Events

The Black History Month Planning Committee has organized a robust calendar of events. A complete listing of events is available on the University Events Calendar.

BHM 2024 Featured Artist

Rahm Bowen is a gender nonconforming artist who explores themes of identity, culture, nature and dreams in their work. Their work uses a vibrant palette to examine the diverse hues and textures that comprise Black skin. As our featured artist for Black History Month 2024, Bowen’s artwork will be showcased on this year’s shirts, pins and decals. Their pieces beautifully encapsulate this year’s BHM theme, “Existing Outside the Lines: The Colors of Resistance.” Meet Rahm Bowen, our talented commemorative artist, at the BHM Kickoff Celebration and Night at the Museum events.