2024 National Theme: African Americans and the Arts
This year's teaching and learning experience focuses on the contributions of African Americans on American culture through the arts. African American art is infused with African, Caribbean and the Black American lived experiences. In the fields of visual and performing arts (literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary and other forms of cultural expression), the African American influence has been paramount (ASALH, 2024).
2024 Black History Month Events
Thank you to all who participated in the celebration of Black History Month.
Photo Exhibit: African Americans and the Arts
Explore and engage in images and captions from past to present day stories, struggles and accomplishments which focuses on African Americans and their contribution to the Arts in American culture.
For further discussion regarding the displayed images contact swoped28@cod.edu.
2024 Expressions Competition
Guided by a quote from an African American in the Arts (visual and performing arts, literature, fashion, folklore, language, film, music, architecture, culinary, etc.), COD students are invited to submit an essay, a story, a piece of art, music, video, poetry, or any other form of expression you desire. The top three submittals will be awarded and their selections will be featured on the Student Diversity, Equity and Inclusion website.
Contact Information
InterCultural Student Initiatives (ISI)
Berg Instructional Center (BIC), Room 1500
David A. Swope Sr.
Manager, Student Diversity Equity and Inclusion
(630) 942-2565
Email: swoped28@cod.edu
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.