Black History Month at NLU

Join us for an inspiring opening celebration as we launch a month of honoring legacy and service. We’re thrilled to welcome Dilla, Chicago Historian, who will share powerful stories about the contributions of Black individuals in shaping service and community across Chicago and at NLU. Enjoy music, refreshments, and a reflection on NLU’s 140 years of impact.

Think you know Black culture? Prove it! 🎯
Join us for an exciting trivia showdown celebrating Black history, music, art, and influential figures. Bring your friends, show off your knowledge, and compete for bragging rights (and maybe some cool prizes!).

Come for the fun, stay for the learning—and discover something new about the rich legacy of Black culture. Are you ready to take the challenge?

Love—what does it really mean? 💭
Join us for an interactive and thought-provoking experience where we explore love through the lens of culture, identity, and community. This event will feature powerful voices, engaging discussions, and creative expressions that challenge and celebrate what love looks like in our lives today.

Come ready to share, listen, and connect. Whether it’s self-love, love for others, or love for the culture—this is your space to speak and be heard.

Get Ready for a Week of Fun & Games!
Celebrate Black History Month with a week packed full of energy, laughter, and friendly competition! Join us for daily board and card game activities and celebrate Black culture and NLU’s 140-year legacy. Bring your friends, test your knowledge, and connect in community while we honor history in the most exciting way possible!

A Day of Service
Take action and make an impact! Join us for BSEEN Gives Back, a day dedicated to serving communities across Chicago, Wheeling and Lisle. This event is all about honoring Black History Month through meaningful service and connection.
Students can earn service hours by participating in volunteer projects that strengthen neighborhoods and uplift lives. Your engagement in this experience contributes to the 140 acts of service that NLU is committed to as part of our celebration of 140 years of service!

Let’s come together to live out the values of Voices, Service, and Celebration while building a legacy of impact.

Join us for the closing session of our Black History Month civil discourse series as we tackle one of the most complex and impactful topics: the use of the N-word within and outside of the Black community. This powerful conversation will be led by Lateria Walton and Zaria Washington, creating a space for honest dialogue, reflection, and understanding.
Let’s come together to explore history, context, and responsibility—and challenge ourselves to think critically about language and its impact on identity and community.

Join us for an inspiring closing event as we wrap up a month of honoring legacy and community. Eddie Phillips, NLU Provost, will deliver a powerful keynote reflecting on leadership, service, and the voices that shape our future. Enjoy music, student performances, and a call to action to continue building a connected, service-centered NLU community.