Celebrate Black History Month 2024
February is Black History Month. Throughout the month, New York Institute of Technology will celebrate by hosting a series of events. The university also recognizes our Black alumni, students, and faculty who are doing great things in their professional and academic careers as well as in their communities. Learn more about them.
Black 鈥橬 Brunch
February 1
12:45 鈥� 2 p.m.
Student Activities Center (SAC), Bears Den, Long Island
Join the Black Student Union to kick off 黑料导航鈥檚 Black History Month celebration.
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Black History Month Karaoke Night
February 2
6 鈥� 8 p.m.
16 W. 61st St., 11th-floor auditorium, New York City
Join the Office of Student Life to celebrate the start of Black History Month with a karaoke night! Dress as your favorite artist.
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Black Student Union and ASA Beads in Culture Event
February 13
5:30 鈥� 8 p.m.
1849 Broadway, Metro Caf茅, New York City
Join the New York City Black Student Union and African Student Alliance (ASA) as they explore the culture of bead making within the Black diaspora. Learn how to make beads for the wrist, neck, waist, and more, and learn what they represent throughout our different cultures.
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Black History Month Jeopardy with BSU
February 15
12:45 鈥� 2 p.m.
Anna Rubin Hall, room 311, Long Island
Participate in a game show where audience members get to answer trivia questions about Black history. Students can learn about Black History Month and recognize the contributions of Black pioneers who changed the world. Also join the National Society of Black Engineers for its first general meeting of the semester to learn important information about upcoming programs and events.
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ASA Owambe Night
February 21
5:30 鈥� 9 p.m.
16 W. 61st St., 11th-floor auditorium, New York City
Join the African Student Alliance (ASA) for Owambe Night! Owambe is a Yoruba term that means a gathering of Africans. Everyone is welcome to come and celebrate life and African culture. Come dance, eat, and celebrate in your traditional attire.
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NYC BSU Black History Improv
February 28
5:30 鈥� 8 p.m.
16 W. 61st St., 11th-floor auditorium, New York City
Join the New York City Black Student Union as they reenact different parts of Black history. The event will feature focal points and moments throughout history that have had a meaningful impact on our communities.
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Supporting Children with Autism
For Autism Acceptance Month, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Alexander Lopez, J.D., OT/L, shares practical guidance to help parents better understand how to support children on the spectrum.
Match Day 2026: The Road to Residency
NYITCOM鈥檚 Class of 2026 joined thousands of soon-to-be physicians across the country in discovering where they will complete their residency training after graduation.
黑料导航 Celebrates Women鈥檚 History Month 2026
Celebrate women and their many accomplishments during Women鈥檚 History Month. The university will host a series of events throughout March.
Understanding Sanctuary Cities
Teaching Assistant Professor Michael Izady, Ph.D., led a Dean鈥檚 Digital Caf茅 conversation about sanctuary cities.
Celebrate Black History Month 2026
黑料导航 celebrates Black History Month with a series of events.
The Installation of President Jerry Balentine, D.O.
On October 16, surrounded by respected colleagues, family, and friends, Jerry Balentine, D.O., was installed as the fifth president of New York Institute of Technology.