In celebration of Black History Month and co-hosted with the Center for Africana and African American Studies, El Centro presents “Boricua Storytelling” with Afro-Puerto Rican public historian, Anthony Modesto Milian. Milián collaborated with the historian on Puerto Rico, Jorell Meléndez-Badillo, who worked with Bad Bunny on his award-winning Spanish album, “DtMF.”

In recognition of Black History Month, the Center for Women’s and Gender Studies is pleased to present a talk on the crucial and complex role of Black grandmothers in the community. Our guest speaker will be Dr. LaShawnda Pittman, Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies and Sociology at the University of Washington, Seattle. As part of […]

On behalf of the Center for Africana and African American Studies at the University of South Carolina Upstate, you are cordially invited to the official closing of our 2026 Black History Month festivities on Saturday February 28, 2026, at 5:00 pm in the Ballroom of the Campus Life Center. Reception will begin at 4:30pm. This year’s Black History […]

Open to all Spartanburg County residents! Bring old computers, monitors, phones, tablets, and more to keep harmful materials out of our landfills. Students, faculty, and staff may drop off personal items at the Library until March 19.

Enjoy an inspiring documentary about ocean mindfulness and how a surfboard made of cigarette butts is sparking global change. Light refreshments at 5:30 PM and a conversation with the director after the film.

Stop by for hands‑on activities, duck races, cake, and community fun as we highlight the importance of protecting our local waterways.