RENO, Nev. — In honor of Black History Month, the University of ϱ, Reno Multicultural Center’s Black Diaspora Program will hold “FreeWall Jam” on Feb. 22 from 1 to 3 p.m. on the University campus. The event will teach students about the art of spray painting and its influence on counterculture.
During the event, street artist and University alumnus Terrence Hammond, known as Doomed Movement, will provide a live painting presentation. Students will also have the opportunity to try spray painting on freewalls set up on the lawn in front of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center. “FreeWall Jam” is one of in celebration of Black History Month.
“Black History Month is a time for celebration of culture, community and Black excellence,” Brandon Sanders, the coordinator of the Black Diaspora Program, said. “Although February is the designated month, which is recognized as Black History Month, we honor Black culture 365 days a year. The purpose of the Black Diaspora Program is to create space and opportunities for our students to feel safe, heard and empowered as well as have a sense of community – a space that cultivates connection and growth for all who engage.”
WHAT: The University Multicultural Center’s Black Diaspora Program will hold the “FreeWall Jam” event to teach attendees about the art of spray painting and its influence on counterculture.
WHEN: Feb. 22
- 12:30 p.m.: Media interviews will be available with Doomed Movement and Serene Townsell, a University student who helped coordinate the event.
- 1-3 p.m.: Dr. Fredrick Gooding (known as Dr. G), a professor of humanities from Texas Christian University, will open the event. Doomed Movement will then hold a live painting presentation, and attendees will have the opportunity to try spray painting.
WHERE: Lawn in front of the Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center
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