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Black History Month: Hidden Figures
On February 25, the student body gathered for the annual Black History Month assembly, the culmination of a month of organized events and service celebrating Black culture and excellence. Many of the month’s events and programs were centered on the theme of Hidden Figures, spotlighting Black individuals whose stories deserve greater recognition.
Organized and hosted by Onyx, the assembly featured student speeches, original poetry, a tribute to Black music featuring alumnus Marc-Anthony Thompson ’15 on saxophone, and a keynote speech from alumnus John Thompson III ’84, the former head coach of the men’s basketball team at Georgetown and a current executive at Monumental Basketball. In his remarks, Thompson talked about the responsibility Gonzaga students have to use their education to build a more just and inclusive future.
Organized and hosted by Onyx, the assembly featured student speeches, original poetry, a tribute to Black music featuring alumnus Marc-Anthony Thompson ’15 on saxophone, and a keynote speech from alumnus John Thompson III ’84, the former head coach of the men’s basketball team at Georgetown and a current executive at Monumental Basketball. In his remarks, Thompson talked about the responsibility Gonzaga students have to use their education to build a more just and inclusive future.
Throughout the month, an exhibit was on display in the Collins Rotunda highlighting Black individuals whose intelligence, resilience, creativity and leadership helped move society forward. By bringing their stories to light, the Onyx Club sought to honor those whose contributions have been overlooked and challenge the way history is commonly told.
“When we uncover hidden figures, we do more than correct the record,” said Nick Yates ’26. “We affirm the value of lives that helped build the world we live in and inspire future generations to step into their own power without fear of being unseen.”
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