HU holds 31st Conference on the Black Family

Hampton, VA - Hampton University's School of Engineering and Technology will host the 31st Annual Conference on the Black Family on March 18-20. This year's theme, “Sustaining our Communities: The Impact of Technology and Design on Our Future,” will focus on sustainability and technology in the African-American community.

The conference will begin with an opening reception on the evening of March 18. Black Family Conference sessions will begin March 19. This year's sessions will explore topics including the impact of technology and design on our relationships, the way we worship, the transportation system, and on our built environment.

HU's Black Family Conference has created a forum for prevalent issues concerning the black family for the past 31 years. This year's conference is geared to maintain that legacy and to continue to educate the black community.

The Black Family Conference is free and open to the public. Cost to attend the closing luncheon is $25 per person.

For additional information or to register for the conference call the School of Engineering and Technology at (757) 728-6970, send emails to set@hamptonu.edu.

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