Reel and Feast: A Black History Month Celebration of Food, Film, and Fun

The "Black History Month Kickoff Event: Reel & Feast" is a public facing program designed to engage the community in a celebration of Africana foodways, culture, and film through an interactive panel discussion and games. This event aligns with the university's goals by fostering student recruitment and retention through dynamic engagement with Africana Studies. It also serves as an outreach initiative to strengthen university-community connections, highlighting the relevance and vibrancy of Africana Studies. By integrating academic discourse with cultural celebration, this event supports collaboration between students, faculty, and community members, promoting research and dialogue on Africana traditions. Featured Film: Netflix's High on The Hog Episode 1 Event Page: https://africana.arizona.edu/events/black-history-month-kick-event-reel…