Black History Month
Driving change. Fueling innovation. Sparking culture.
Join us in honoring the accomplishments of the Black community.
This Black History Month, Mercy University celebrates the contributions of Black individuals in the Mercy community and beyond. We are recognizing and sharing the stories of Black innovators, educators and advocates who have shaped our world for the better.
We have events across all three campuses, celebrating diversity and giving us the opportunity to learn about our shared history. Let's commemorate Black History Month, together.
Events
Students, faculty and staff are all welcome!
Black History Month 2025
Who inspires you from Black History?
Mercy University students reflect on Black history-makers who continue to inspire them today.
Events Around Campus
Find inspiration in the achievements of Mercy students, alumni, faculty, staff and trustees. Events are open to all Mercy students.
Black History Month Kahoot
Tuesday, February 4
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Manhattan Campus
3rd Floor Activities Desk
Black Success Stories in the Workforce – School of Business
Tuesday, February 11
12:00 PM
Westchester Campus
Mercy Hall Rotunda
or
Zoom
Embracing Natural Hair
Thursday, February 20
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Westchester Campus
Hudson Hall Commuter Lounge
Black History Month Paint Night
Wednesday, February 26
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Manhattan Campus
3rd Floor Activities Desk
Special Webinar Event
Author, leader and champion of change, Arshay Cooper ignited a movement when his journey took him from Chicago’s West Side to the nation’s first all-Black high school rowing team.
His story of redefining the sport of rowing became a documentary narrated by Common. His memoir, “A Most Beautiful Thing,” inspired countless people and was featured in Steph Curry’s book club.
Now, Arshay brings his powerful message of resilience and unity to Mercy.
News Archive
Hip-Hop Artist Shaun Boothe Gives Inspiring Performance at Mercy’s Black Excellence Dinner
Read MoreMercy Alumna’s Books on Black History and Culture Added to U.S. Library of Congress Collection
Read MoreMercy Trustee Dr. Valerie Mason Cunningham, H.D. ’20 Honored as Trailblazer by Westchester County
Read MoreCNR Alumna & Bronx Cultural Beacon Celebrates Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary
Read MoreCelebrated Poet and CNR Alumna Brings Female, Multi-Ethnic Experiences to Light
Read MoreMercy Host to New York Premiere of Documentary Celebrating Famous Writer Alexandre Dumas’ Black Heritage
Read MoreMercy Alumna Designs a Path for Designers of Color
Read MoreDominique Jones
Mercy alumna Dominique Jones '18 speaks about the collaborative community she created for Black book designers.
Sarah Bracy White
Mercy community partner Sarah Bracey White, executive director of arts and culture for the Town of Greenburgh, tells her family's moving and inspiring story of education and resilience.