KU School of Education & Human Sciences to host 2026 Black History Month Celebration

LAWRENCE — The University of Kansas School of Education & Human Sciences will host its 2026 Black History Month Celebration, bringing together students, faculty, staff and community members to honor Black history, culture and contributions to education and society. 

The event will take place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 11 in 150 Joseph R. Pearson Hall. Aaron Smallwood, re-entry coordinator with Zephyr Products and Brothers in Blue, will give a talk titled “Hope, Change, and Resilience: The Story of Us All.”

The celebration highlights the school’s dedication to building community and will offer opportunities for reflection, learning and connection. The KU community and public are welcome to attend. See additional event details.

For more information, contact Icelda Beltran, SOEHS events coordinator and alumni relations specialist, at icelda.beltran@ku.edu.