Miami, Feb. 3, 2021 – Miami Dade College (MDC) once again proudly celebrates Black History Month with an array of community and educational activities that highlight Black Health and Wellness at each of its eight campuses. Unless noted, all events are free and open to the public.
This year’s highlights include:
Raw Vegan Soul Food
Monday, Feb. 7, 12 – 2 p.m.
Virtual Event
Join Nzingah Oniwosan, a celebrity chef and award-winning holistic wellness coach to explore how food can be important both in preventative health and as an aid in the management of certain chronic diseases. Food is very personal, and certain foods and diets work for some, and not for others. Find the healthiest versions of your favorite foods, rather than giving them up completely. To register, click here.
Overcoming Anxiety and the Imposter Syndrome
Wednesday, Feb. 16, 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Wolfson Campus, Live Arts Lab (Building 1, first floor)
300 NE 2nd Ave.
Attend a panel session on the topics of anxiety and imposter syndrome in the black community. This event will provide a space for students to discuss the African American experience with anxiety and imposter syndrome and learn EQ tools to help navigate these emotions featuring MDC faculty Dr. Clair Rene and Therapist Altheresa Clark from Inspire4Purpose.
Medical Campus Health Fair
Saturday, Feb. 26, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Medical Campus
950 NW 20th St.
Join the local community as the Medical Campus hosts a health fair offering a variety of health screenings, information and giveaways.
For a complete list of Black History Month events, visit http://www.mdc.edu/blackhistory/