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Our Annual Events

The Center for Black Culture hosts and promotes a variety of programs and events throughout the year. Our programming aims to offer students opportunities to connect with each other, to educate the campus community, and provide supportive resources.

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Attend An Annual Event

Engage with the CBC and its community members by attending special programs and events.

Belmear Welcome Back BBQ

August 21, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on the Mountainlair Green. Enjoy some great food, and music, and meet some new people at our annual Belmear Welcome Back Barbecue.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast

January 18, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. in the Mountainlair Ballrooms. Connect with the community as we come together to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Hear from keynote speakers and enjoy a light breakfast with friends and colleagues. Achievement Award and MLK Scholarship winners will be recognized.

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Black History Month

Attend events hosted by university-wide organizations to celebrate Black culture and history. You won't want to miss these special programs and activities scheduled throughout the month of February. These events will be updated frequently so check back for a schedule of events.

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Donning of the Kente Ceremony

December 20, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Help us celebrate the achievements of our students, with friends and family at this free ceremony. Recent graduates will be honored with a special Center for Black Culture stole.

See Event Details: Donning of the Kente Ceremony

Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast

 January 18, 9:30 a.m. in the Mountainlair Ballrooms...

Connect with the community as we come together to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Hear from this year's keynote speaker, Tiffany Dena Loftin, and other presenters while enjoying a light, complimentary breakfast with friends and colleagues.

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All Upcoming Events

See what the CBC has planned for the coming months.

See the full WVU Center for Black Culture Calendar.