If you’re near the Centre area, the Student Farm at Penn State presents a one-showing only screening of Farming While Black on Tuesday, February 18 from 5-7 pm. This documentary explores Black farmers in the United States from a historical perspective as well as a contemporary one, investigating Black agriculture over generations and examining how Black farmers are moving through the industry today.

In addition to the film itself, the event features a panel of experts looking not only at Black American agriculture but its relevance to Penn State and its communities and organizations. Participants are Milton Newberry III, Ph.D, director of student advocacy and access programs in the College of Agricultural Sciences; Robin Perry-Smith, Penn State Urban Extension educator; and Ann Holt, professor of art education. Student Farm Club members will also take part in the discussion.

The event takes place in the Foster Auditorium at the Paterno Library, and all interested are welcome.  Visit their website for more information on the evening and on Penn State’s Student Farm.