Northeastern Illinois University Celebrates Black History Month 2026

University hosts events on main campus and at Carruthers Center to honor Black history and progress

Feb. 3, 2026 at 2:55pm

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Northeastern Illinois University is celebrating Black History Month 2026 with a series of events open to the public. The celebrations are being organized by the Angelina Pedroso Center for Diversity and Intercultural Affairs and will take place on the main campus as well as at the Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies (CCICS).

Why it matters

Northeastern's Black History Month events aim to honor the enduring contributions of Black Americans, reflect on progress made in advancing equity and justice, and underscore the importance of preserving and celebrating Black history and its lasting impact on the nation.

The details

This year's national theme for Black History Month is 'A Century of Black History Commemorations,' marking 100 years since the founding of Negro History Week in 1926. Northeastern President Katrina E. Bell-Jordan is encouraging the university community to learn more about the theme and participate in the celebrations and programs being held across the main campus, El Centro, and Carruthers Center locations, as well as throughout the Chicagoland area.

Black History Month 2026 is being celebrated throughout February.

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