Black History Month, or African American History Month, is celebrated each February in the United States. This celebration recognizes the achievements and contributions of African Americans throughout history to our nation and world.

At the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine we take this opportunity to recognize our outstanding Black alumni who are excelling in clinical practice, academic medicine, research and other fields. The School of Medicine also marks Black History Month with a number of events. These efforts are led by the Office of Diversity & Inclusion and our Student National Medical Association chapter.    

2022 Events

The following events are scheduled in celebration of Black History Month 2022:

Feb. 15 |  7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Blood Drive
@ School of Pharmacy
Open to Marshall Health employees and Schools of Pharmacy & Medicine students, faculty and staff.
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Feb. 23 |  6 – 8 p.m.
Diversity and Inclusion Awards
Aequitas Health Equity Medical Honors Society Induction
via ZOOM (Meeting ID: 987 1441 7687 / Passcode: 632617) 

Feb. 25 |  4 p.m.
Black Physicians in the Union Army in the War of the Rebellion
@ BE5 Memorial Student Center or via ZOOM
By Dr. Esly Caldwell, a Cincinnati physician and researcher.
Dr. Leonard White, assistant dean of the School of Medicine, will also discuss concerns about local residents’ health and wellness.

Feb. 25 |  6 a.m. –  8 p.m.
Health, Wellness & Safety Fair
@ AD Lewis Community Center

>>Learn more about Black History Month activities at Marshall University.