by Akilah Nyerere
Staff Writer
On Tuesday, Feb. 23, Davenport Dining Hall was the place to be to enjoy good old-fashioned soul food and wonderful jazz music.
The event was sponsored by Multicultural Student Affairs in celebration of Black History Month.
Soul food and jazz were incorporated into the celebration of black history because they are parts of the African American culture.
“I think it’s great to introduce different cultures to the school,” said freshman Clint Weiler. “I enjoy when we have events like this.”
The African-American culture was celebrated with food that is uniquely their own.
The jazz music, performed by the group Gow-Gow, added to the atmosphere.
“Blacks have made wonderful contributions in history regarding music language, food, and clothing,” said Harvel Lewis, coordinator of Multicultural Student Affairs. “There is not a facet of life that African Americans have not touched.”
“From the time we stepped on this continent, we haven’t stopped making contributions to American society,” Lewis added.
The soul food dinner was prepared by Aramark Catering Services, the catering company that usually services Davenport Dining Hall.
From 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Gow-Gow entertained students and faculty with jazz music.
“Jazz music is one of America’s truest art forms,” said freshman Courtney Henderson. “Having a truly American art form and incorporating African drums and other African instruments was a wonderful idea.”
Akilah Nyerere
