Each year during the month of February, the U recognizes Black History Month, an annual celebration honoring achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. And to help preserve that legacy, the U’s J. Willard Marriott Library maintains Black history databases, archives of historically Black newspapers, and oral histories of Black Utahns.
It’s truly inspiring to see the University of Utah recognizing and celebrating Black History Month every year in February. By honoring the achievements of African Americans and acknowledging their pivotal role in U.S. history, the university is taking an important step towards preserving their legacy.