Malcolm X: 100 Years of Malcolm X - A Tribute to His Life and Legacy

Join us for a day of reflection, celebration, and inspiration as we honor the 100th anniversary of Malcolm X’s birth. This special event will pay tribute to his enduring legacy and the profound impact he had on the fight for civil rights and social justice.

This event is free and open to the public. Come and be part of this historic celebration as we honor the life and legacy of Malcolm X.

*Schedule is Subject to Change. *

Event Schedule – Monday, May 19, 2025

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM Conference Hall Foyer
Registration and Breakfast
9:00 AM – 9:15 AM Auditorium (Room 1104)
Guest Seating
9:15 AM – 9:30 AM Auditorium (Room 1104)
Opening Tribute: "100 Years of Malcolm X"
The Soaring Hawks – Double Dutch Team
The Inspirational Hawks – MXC Community Choir
9:30 AM – 9:40 AM Auditorium (Room 1104)
Program Welcome
President David A. Sanders, Doctoral Candidate ABD
9:40 AM – 10:00 AM Auditorium (Room 1104)
CCC Welcome
Chancellor Juan Salgado
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Auditorium (Room 1104)
Cultural Performances
The Inspirational Hawks – MXC Community Choir
Stephen Samuels: “Where Do We Go From Here”
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Auditorium (Room 1104)
Awards Presentation: Life and Legacy of Malcolm X

The Inspirational Hawks – MXC Community Choir
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Lunch Area
Lunch & Music by DJ AKARI
Virtual Presentation: MX Day – Meeting of the Minds
Presented by JoAnna LeFlore-Ejike, Executive Director, Malcolm X Memorial Foundation
1:00 PM – 3:30 PM Auditorium (Room 1104)
Career & Education Panels
WEI Healthcare Career Panel – Facilitated by Rhonda Hardemon
MXC Campus Tour – Facilitated by Troy Gore
One Million Degrees Presentation – Facilitated by Sonia Khatkhate
3:30 PM – 4:00 PM Auditorium (Room 1104)
Closing Comments
SVP Roy Walker
The Inspirational Hawks – MXC Community Choir

Contact: Wendy Arzate

Phone: (312) 850-7297

Email: warzate1@ccc.edu 

We look forward to seeing you there!