Celebrate Black History Month at NTSU
Join us this October as Nottingham Trent Students' Union celebrates Black History Month — a time to recognise achievements, honour history, and come together as a community. Check out the full calendar of student-accessible events across Nottingham that celebrate culture, creativity and resilience.
Featured events
Ka'Vour: Bring Back My Curls
When: Monday 13 October 2025, 17:00 – 19:30
Where: Nottingham Trent Students' Union Building (City campus)
NTSU and Ka’Vour invite you to a free hair workshop — an inspiring celebration of the legacy, beauty and resilience of Black hair. We'll explore the cultural history of Black hair, discuss discrimination and identity, and share expert tips on caring for natural curls, coils and kinks. Expect storytelling, empowerment and practical tips — plus a free gift bag for attendees.
Celebrate the culture. Embrace the beauty. Bring back your curls.
NTSU BHM Film & Food Night
When: Wednesday 15 October 2025, 16:00 – 18:30
Where: NTU Global Lounge (City campus)
NTSU & NTU Global Lounge invite you to an evening of film and food celebrating Black History Month. We'll be screening Hidden Figures, chosen by you, and serving a delicious meal from a local Black-owned business. This free event is open to everyone — come to learn, connect, support local entrepreneurs and enjoy great company.
Upcoming Black History Month events (full lineup)
To mark Black History Month, NTSU has curated a month-long programme across the city. Below is a student-friendly roundup of events — workshops, screenings, talks, creative sessions and more.
Week 1 — 1 to 5 October 2025
• 01/10 — BHM themed Crafternoon at Clifton & City Global Lounge — 14:00–16:00
• 02/10 — The Nigerian Kitchen at the Corner Café, New Art Exchange — 17:00–19:00
• 02/10 — Film screening: Eyimofe (This is My Desire) at New Art Exchange — 18:30–20:30
• 03/10 — Fluent in Both Volume 9: Windrush at New Art Exchange — 19:00–23:30
Week 2 — 6 to 12 October 2025
• 08/10 — NTU EDI: Understanding Hate Crime with Nottingham Trent Police Liaison team — 13:00–14:30
• 08/10 — Networking with Jackie P (Kemet FM presenter) at NTU Global Lounge — 13:00–14:00
• 10/10 — Heather Agyepong: From Sunrise to Sunset at New Art Exchange — 10:00 (details TBC)
• 10/10 — Sankofa: A Celebration of Film, Heritage & Storytelling at Broadway Cinema — 19:30
• 11/10 — Magic of Motown at Royal Concert Hall — 18:30
Week 3 — 13 to 19 October 2025
• 13/10 — Crafternoon at City & Clifton Global Lounge — 15:00–17:00
• 13/10 — Ka'Vour: Bring Back My Curls — 17:00–19:30 (NTSU)
• 15/10 — NTSU Film & Food Night (Hidden Figures) — 16:00–18:30
• 15/10 — NTU Arts Seasonal Crafts with Mellonie Page — 14:00–16:00
• 16/10 — Exhibition launch: Portraits of the Windrush Generation at NTU Newton Building — 18:00–20:00
• 18/10 — Black Book Exchange at The Vine Community Centre — 13:30–16:00
• 19/10 — Black History Blueprints: From Chains to Change (online) — 19:00
Week 4 — 20 to 26 October 2025
• 22/10 — NTU EDI Panel: Standing Firm in Power and Pride — 13:00–14:30
• 24/10 — Ballet Black: SHADOWS at Theatre Royal — 18:30
• 24/10 — Bad Betty Live at New Art Exchange — 18:30–21:30
Famous figures & why this matters
Throughout Black History Month we honour influential individuals whose dedication and achievements have shaped history and inspired change. This month is an opportunity to celebrate those stories, learn from them and build a more equal future together.
Get involved and don’t miss out!
Come along, bring friends, and share in learning and celebration. Black history isn’t limited to one month — NTSU is committed to year-round events, campaigns and resources through the Black Futures programme.
