Juneteenth Flag Raising

Bergen’s Office of Multicultural Services and Activities will host a Juneteenth flag raising by the flagpole on June 18 at 10 a.m. Listen to speakers and see the flag raised to honor Black and African Americans.   If you have any questions,...

Painting Botero’s Style Contest

Pitkin Educational Center

This hands-on workshop invites students to channel their inner Botero and explore his distinctive style and techniques on canvas.

“The Meaning of Belonging”

Ciccone Theatre

Keynote speaker Dr. Vanessa Gonzalez-Perez, Associate Vice Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, at the University of Pennsylvania will share her story and insights in an effort to define the meaning of belonging.

“The Trouble with My Name”

Ciccone Theatre

Pennsylvania’s Professor of the Year, Dr. Javier Avila, will present his acclaimed one-man show blending comedy and poetry into a culturally rich performance about the value of diversity to shed light on language, race, and equity. Reservations will be required at tickets.bergen.edu.

Inaugural Ceremony Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

Ciccone Theatre

Bergen Community College is hosting its Inaugural Ceremony Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy. Unite in the spirit of justice, equality, and love to carry forward Dr. King’s dream of a better world. Enjoy music performed by the Garden State Choral...

Black History Month Pre-Reception

Ciccone Theatre

Enjoy light refreshments at the pre-reception for the Black History Month Opening Ceremony.

Black History Month Opening Celebration

Ciccone Theatre

Listen to several engaging speakers, including Bergen Community College Board of Trustees Member, Howard Haughton, who will deliver the keynote address.

“Empowering the Legacy: Black Labor, Progress, and the Path Forward”

Technology Education Center

Bergen's Black History Month Committee is collaborating with NJEA President Sean Spiller to present “Empowering the Legacy: Black Labor, Progress, and the Path Forward.” This Lunch and Learn event will explore the historical contributions of Black labor and their connection to modern-day...

Black History Month Luncheon Fundraiser (C-211)

Pitkin Educational Center

Attend the Black History Month Luncheon with raffle drawings, door prizes, festive music, and a selfie photo station. Proceeds benefit the BHM Foundation account.

Bergen is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs and activities. Accommodation requests related to disability should be made to [email protected].