January 28, 2004

Calhoun Community College today announced its calendar of events in recognition of February as Black History Month.  This year’s events include an art exhibit, the annual African American Read-In, and the 15^th Annual Gospel Fest.

The art exhibit features artist Johnnie L. Wilson of Huntsville, AL.  He is a graphics designer with Cortez, Inc., at Marshall Space Flight Center, but his passion is people, which is reflected in his work.  Originally from Galveston, Texas, Johnnie is married and has five children.  In addition to his graphics arts degree, he holds a BA in Theology from Word of Truth Seminary and is retired from the U. S. Army.

According to Dr. Izora Harrison, director of Special Student Populations and coordinator of Calhoun's Black History Month programs, all activities are free and open to the public.  For more information on any of the events or programs, contact Dr. Harrison at 256/306-2635.

The complete calendar of events for 2004 is as follows: 

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
February, 2004 

Art Exhibit Opening Reception
Monday, February 2, 2004
Art Gallery, Fine Arts Building
10:00 a.m. - 12: 00 p.m.
Featuring the work of Johnnie L. Wilson.
Exhibit to be on display through February 29, 2004 

Annual African-American Read-In
Monday, February 9, 2004
Brewer Library Green Room
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring a sack lunch and a work by an African American writer to share
Beverages and snacks will be provided

15^th Annual Gospel Fest
Sunday, February 22, 2004
Aerospace Training Center Lobby
4:00 p.m.

Coverage of this release:

• Talking to Dr. King, The Huntsville Times, Saturday, February 21, 2003 issue, p. E10
• Calhoun Community College Announces Black History Month Calendar of Events, Speakin' Out News, Wednesday, February 18, 2004 issue, p. 4
• Calhoun Community College Announces Black History Month Calendar of Events, Speakin' Out News, Wednesday, February 11, 2004 issue, p. B4
• How did Black History begin? (Calhoun mention), The Athens News-Courier, Wednesday, February 4, 2004 issue, p. C2
• Black History Month events scheduled at Calhoun College, The Athens News-Courier, Friday, January 30, 2004 issue, p. 5A
• Calhoun announces Black History Month exhibit, other events, The Decatur Daily, Friday, January 30, 2004 issue, p. A12

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Janet Kincherlow-Martin
Director of Public Relations
(256) 306-2561

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