Postal Service joins Nazareth College in celebration of Black History

What:
The United States Postal Service Rochester Black History Committee proudly joins Nazareth College for the 2008 Black History Program. The program theme is “The History of Black History”.

When & Where:
Nazareth College – Schulz Center, 4245 East Ave, Rochester

When:
Tuesday, March 4, 2008 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Who:
Scheduled to participate in the formal program:

Gaynelle Wethers, Director of Multi-Cultural Affairs – Nazareth College
Kimberly Peters, Western NY District Manager – United States Postal Service
Kathleen Burns, Western NY Sr. Plant Manager – United States Postal Service
Rhonda Benton, Rochester Plant Manager - United States Postal Service
Mary Quinn, Diversity Specialist – United States Postal Service
D’Lores Buckner Simmons – Story teller
Members of the USPS Rochester Black History Committee
Students from the Rochester City School District, Monroe Community College and Nazareth College

Background:
In celebration of Black History Month, the United States Postal Service in conjunction with Nazareth College is proud to present the 2008 Black History Program.

This year’s program is a blend of music, dance, readings and re-enactment performances from Rochester area students, religious and community participants and members of the Postal Service Black History Committee.

Mary Quinn will also be presenting the US Postal Service 31st Black Heritage Commemorative Stamp featuring Charles Chesnutt, renowned educator, lawyer, columnist, lecturer, entrepreneur and author.

“Charles Chesnutt made a life-long journey out of improving his knowledge,” states Quinn. “He used his literary abilities to probe the color line that existed in turn-of the-century America. Chesnutt is a great inspiration to students of today. Through his writings, he inspires them to follow their dreams and pursue their destinies.”

The 2008 Black History Program is free and open to the public.

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