Professor Mukasa Mubirumusoke (CMC/IDAS) will lead a lively conversation about Black politics and political theory as part of the OBSA/IDAS Centering Blackness series. Lunch provided. This event is part of the Black History Month celebration at The Claremont Colleges.

OBSA's Black History Month Keynote : Erin Reddick, Founder of ChatBlackGPT presented by OBSA and Scripps Presents. Moderated by Nick Daily, Scripps SCORE Interim Director This event will require a free ticket and ID required for entry, for Claremont Colleges community members. Tickets available Jan 2025.  The innovative creator of culturally-inclusive AI software ChatBlackGPT, Erin Reddick provides expert insights into the ever-changing landscape of AI and the importance o inclusive technology development. Erin Reddick has forged a vital path in the technology industry. With a career encompassing significant roles at major tech companies including Meta, Microsoft, and AWS, her most impactful [...]

Join OBSA's Black graduate fellows for the second Friday mixer with a self care/self love theme for Black History Month. Enjoy chair massages, self care giveaways, snacks and themed cocktails.  Open to CGU and KGI students, and 21+ friends and allies.

Join Benton Museum, OBSA and IDAS faculty for an exploration of Black art through the Black Ecologies project. Explore Benton's collection alongside student contributors, Benton curator Salim Moore and IDAS faculty J Finley. Food and beverages provided!