FOUNDER'S WEEK LECTURE
A Tribute to Bayard Rustin
A look at the life and legacy of Cheyney alumnus and Civil Rights Activist, Bayard Rustin
Keynote Speaker
Margaret Chisholm, Esquire
Yale University Lecturer
Wednesday, February 22nd at 1:30PM
Carnegie Hall, The Great Room
Cheyney, PA
About the event: In celebration of the 175th anniversary of Cheyney University and the 100th anniversary of his birth, the Department of Library Services is pleased to present “A Tribute to Bayard Rustin.” This program will examine the legacy of the “invisible man” of the civil rights movement. Rustin was a master strategist and tactician, a key organizer of the historic 1963 MLK march on Washington, and it was Rustin who introduced Gandhi’s principals of nonviolent political action to the movement. Be a part of this most important event. This event is free and opened to the public. Seating is limited. Please email your reservation to cturnquest@cheyney.edu.
Founder's Week Concert
A Tribute to Black Composers
Featuring the Cheyney University Concert Choir
Wednesday, February 22nd at 7PM
Marian Anderson Music Center
Cheyney, PA
About the event: In celebration of the 175th anniversary of Cheyney University, the Concert Choir will present “A Tribute to Black Composers”. The concert will feature music by Black composers from the early twentieth century to the present. While the concert is free and open to the public, voluntary donations will be accepted at the conclusion of the concert.
CAMPUS tOURS
Celebrating 175 Years of Academic Excellence
Hosted by the Cheyney University Student Ambassadors
Friday, February 24, 2012
Burleigh Hall
Cheyney, PA
About the event: Have you seen the campus lately? If not, let our knowledgeable team of Student Ambassadors take you on a campus tour. See how we have changed… From the building of the new 400-bed residence hall, to the renovations of Marian Anderson Music Center and the newly established Ed Bradley Broadcast Studio! Let us welcome you back home with a mini-tour. Tours are available at 9AM, 10AM and 11AM. To reserve your space, please contact the Office of Admissions by email at abrown@cheyney.edu or by telephone at (610) 399-2275.
175th Anniversary BruncH
Celebrating 175 Years of Academic Excellence
Hosted by the Students of the Hotel Restaurant & Tourism Management Program
Friday, February 24, 2012
10AM to 2PM
Cheyney Inn and Grille
Cheyney, PA
About the event: In celebration of the 175th anniversary of Cheyney University, the students of the HRTM program will prepare and serve a very special anniversary brunch. The menu encompasses French and American Continental Cuisine. Enjoy this historic brunch for only $17.50! To reserve your seat today by contacting us at smurray@cheyney.edu or pay in advance via Ticket Leap. All proceeds benefit HRTM merit scholarships.
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Founder's Day Convocation
February 24th, 2012 at 1PM
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
Dudley Theatre
About Robert Traynham: Cheyney University alumnus (Cheyney University ’96) and Trustee, Robert Traynham, is the engaging and newly appointed Political Analyst with NBC, primarily serving the MSNBC network and former host of the national edition of The Comcast Network “Newsmakers”. In addition, Traynham is the host and moderator of Roll Call with Robert Traynham, a dynamic Sunday political talk show that airs on The Comcast Network, the Mid-Atlantic region’s premier source for locally-focused television programming. A true Capitol Hill veteran with more than 15 years of political experience, Traynham has a reputation as one of the most respected and trusted media members covering Washington. In addition, he continues to teach a course in politics at George Washington University as well as writing a regular column for the Philadelphia Tribune.
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