Black History Month 2026

RU-N with Legacy: Celebrating 100+ Years of Black Excellence

February marks Black History Month, a time to recognize and honor the contributions, achievements, and resilience of Black individuals who have shaped our society—past and present.

In celebration of this legacy, Rutgers University–Newark invites the campus community to engage in RU-N with Legacy: Celebrating 100+ Years of Black Excellence, a month-long series of student-led programs highlighting Black history, culture, creativity, leadership, and community. Learn more about our upcoming Black history month programs and how to RSVP here: https://go.rutgers.edu/RU-N.blackhistorymonth2026

Donuts for Dialogue
FEBRUARY 11, 2026 | 2:30 PM – 3:50 PM | PRCC Student Street
Visit our table designed to promote Black History Month events and spark conversations on race.
Hosted by: Intercultural Resource Center, d² Facilitators

Black Business Forum
FEBRUARY 12, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Ruth Bader Ginsburg Hall
Participate in a networking event highlighting Black entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, and community advancement.
Hosted by: Organization of African Students (OAS)

Black Boy Joy Conference
FEBRUARY 16, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Express Newark
Join this RU-N community-led conference highlighting positive representations of Black masculinity and building pathways for Black youth to explore identity in supportive environments.
Hosted by: Chancellor’s Office, Social Work Department, BOS, BPN, Dominican Talks, HPD, and partners

Location: Various Locations, See Website