Brief History:
The Malcolm X Cultural Center was established in 1971 as the Malcolm X Room in a room below Berksire Dining Hall to provide space for social gathering, education through courses and speaker series, and political engagement for Black students through the Black Caucus. The Malcolm X Room served an important role in the social wellbeing of Black students at a time when universities across the nation were opening their doors to students of color but were not equipped to support their transition to college.
Adapted from Early Beginnings of the Cultural Center by Ethan Bakuli, Cultural Center Fellow, spring 2018.
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Thursday, 3:00-10:00pm
Note: The center is closed during the summer and winter intersessions. If you need to reach someone during this time, call the main number, (413) 545-2517.
UPDATES:
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FALL 2024
December 7, 2024 | 6-8pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Berkshire DC (lower level)
Join the MXCC staff and decorate your very own ornament. Everybody has their favorite holiday traditions and different countries have their own customs for decorating. Join the MXCC for a fun night of decorating. We will have blank ornaments for you to paint, drawn on and color with your own tradition. Snacks and drinks provided.
MXCC Farewell Jeopardy
December 12, 2024 | 5-8pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Berkshire DC (Lower Level)
Join us in saying Farewell to MXCC - our home for several decades, with a fun game of Jeopardy! Snacks, drinks, and fun provided!
Zen Garden
Thursday, November 14 | 6-8:30pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Feeling stressed and antsy? Come and unwind and find your clam at our Zen Garden.- A peaceful space designed to help you relax and reset. Enjoy soothing food, fidget toys, and a tranquil atmosphere to help you recharge, If you need a break or just need to de-stress, this is a perfect spot to find some peace. Join us for a few hours of self-care and mindfulness.
Sip and Paint Night
Enjoy DJ Boogy's music for Paint and Sip Night on Monday, October 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Malcolm X Cultural Center. Art supplies, food, and beverages are supplied, and no prior art experience is necessary.
To register to attend, scan the QR code. Everyone’s welcome!
Paint and Sip Night is a collaborative event by Cape Verde Students Association and Malcolm X Cultural Center.
Visual Voice of Politics
Wednesday, October 9 | 6-8pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Berkshire DC (Lower Level)
Come and create your own political cartoon. Join MXCC and CVSA in creating politial cartoons relevant today. Pizza, wings, and drinks provide
Silent Library
Join us at our Silent Library social meeting on Tuesday, October 8th, from 6-9pm in the Malcolm X Cultural Center/
Be there!
Make a Connection
Wednesday, Sepember 18, 2024 | 6-8pm
Berkshire DC (lower level)
Southwest Residential Area
Join MXCC in kicking off the academic year with fun, food and games and meet new friends and make connections!
SPRING 2024
Study Sessions
Tuesday, May 14 - 3-5pm
Wednesday, May 15 - 6-9pm
Berkshire DC. Lower Level
Are you looking for a study spot. Come to the Malcolm X Cultural Center! Snacks and drinks provided!
Nothing Left Unsaid: The Album Listening Party
Sunday, May 5th | 6-8pm
MXCC, Berkshire DC (lower level)
Come and join us to a night of listening, eating and exploring.
The night is open to everyone!
Zen Garden Making
Monday, May 13 | 4:00-5:30pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Come and take a break from finals and relax with us. Scan QR code to RSVP.
FALL 2023
Study Sessions at the MXCC
Come and join us for an open study session on December 4-14 from 3:00-7:00pm. Everyone's invited. Food and snacks provided!
MXCC KICK OFF
Thursday, September 21, 2023
Berkshire DC
Lower, Level, Southwest Residential Area
Join us for games and refreshments while enjoying sounds by DJ Boogy!
