Baccalaureate
BACCALAUREATE/COMMENCEMENT Baccalaureate, the religious convocation that precedes the Commencement Exercises, takes place on the evening before Commencement. A minister is invited to provide a...
Charter Day Convocation
CHARTER DAY CONVOCATION Charter Day is the convocation that celebrates the chartering of Bennett College as a four-year college by the State of North...
Senior Day
SENIOR DAY CONVOCATION The Senior Day Convocation is the ceremony at which each member of the senior class receives her cap and gown from...
Peace Corps Thought Leader Event – Gender Equity
Conversations On Gender Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and the Power of Service Wednesday, March 22, 2023 Bennett College Global Learning Center Multipurpose Room 521...
Women in Cisco Event
You don’t have to major in technology in order to be valuable to an IT company! As part of Bennett College’s A.C.E.S. program, Cisco...
Concert Pianist Dr. Geoffrey Kiorpes Presents a Recital of 20th Century African American Composers
Piano Recital: Free and Open to the Public Dr. Geoffrey Kiorpes will present a recital at Bennett College in the Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel...
Honors Convocation
The Honors Convocation is the ceremony that recognizes those young women who achieve academic excellence in their studies. The College Community commends and celebrates...
Author Brianna Laren Book Discussion
The event is Live for students and Virtual for the public. On Friday, February 3, 2023, Bennett College welcomes author Brianna Laren to a...
Color Farm Media’s “The Big Payback” Documentary and National Reparations Debates
On Monday, January 30, 2023, Bennett College will host the kick-off of Color Farm Media’s “The Big Payback” Documentary and National Reparations Debates at...
Bennett College Hosts Alumna Benin Lemus ‘94 for the Virtual Book Launch of her Debut Poetry Collection, Dreaming in Mourning
Bennett College alumna, Benin Lemus ‘94, takes us on a personal journey through grief and loss, gratitude and celebration in her debut poetry collection,...
MLK Day Open Mic
Hosted by: Miss Bennett and the Royal Court, Freshwomen E-Board, Belles in Poetry, SUAB, Wonderkids Activities: Open mic poetry reading reflecting on the MLK...
Healthy Mind, Body & Soul
The Office of Accessibility Services and Academic Affairs at Bennett College Presents... HOLISTIC Health Healthy Mind, Body & Soul Date: December 5th, 2022 @3:30pm...
Thanksgiving Holiday
In recognition of the Thanksgiving holiday, the College will be closed Monday, November 21 through Friday, November 25, 2022.
“Manage Well, Live Well
The Office of Accessibility Services and Academic Affairs at Bennett College Presents... “Manage Well, Live Well Date: November 14th, 2022 @7pm Event Type: Virtual...
How To Write and Publish YOUR Story
Have you ever thought about writing your life’s story, or the story of your family’s journey? If so, we have the perfect opportunity to...
Family & Friends Weekend
We are looking forward to the 2022 Family and Friends Weekend, October 14 - 16, 2022. Join us, on these new dates, for three...
Founders’ Day Convocation with Keynote Speaker Alumna and Author Barbara Johnson
New Date! Out of an abundance of caution due to inclement weather, the date for our Founders’ Day Convocation has been moved to Sunday,...
New Date – Open Mic Night in Honor of Professor Tennille Foust – October 14
New Date – October 14, 2022, 8:30 p.m. Out of an abundance of caution due to the threat of inclement weather, the date for...
Constitution Day Program Features Award-winning Author Anna Gifty Opoku-Agyeman
In recognition of Constitution Day, on Thursday, September 22, at 10:00 a.m. in Wilbur Steele Hall Art Gallery, Bennett College will host speaker Anna...
Campus GOTV (Get Out The Vote) Town Hall and Voter Registration
Faculty, Staff, Students and Alumnae! You are invited to a non-partisan GOTV (Get Out The Vote) town hall on Tuesday evening, September 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00...
Convocatum Est – Fall 2022
The Ceremony of Matriculation – Convocatum Est is a part of the opening convocation each semester. It is usually the first ACES (Academic Cultural...
On-Campus COVID-19 Tests and Vaccinations
On-Campus COVID-19 Tests and Vaccinations Provided by Bennett College Health Center & Guilford County Department of Health. COVID-19 tests and vaccinations will be provided...
1st Career Readiness Conference
1st Career Readiness Conference: This is an A.C.E.S. (Academic. Cultural. Enrichment Series) event. 10 a.m. – 12 noon in the Global Learning Center.
Casual White Breakfast
Like other institutions of higher learning, Bennett College has many traditions. One of Bennett’s most sacred, and arguably one of its most heartfelt, is...
The Women’s Business Center of Greensboro Launch
During Black Business Month, we are excited to announce the grand opening of the new Women’s Business Center of Greensboro located on the campus...
Commencement
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Baccalaureate
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Fall Preview 2021
JOIN US on Zoom for our Virtual Fall Preview on Saturday November 13th. Learn more about Bennett College thru the lens of our current...
Founders’ Day
Founder’s Day is Sunday, October 17th at 11 am EST. Keynote speaker will be Dr. Jelani M. Favors, author of Shelter in a Time...
Spring Virtual Open House
Register here: http://beabelle.bennett.edu/springvirtualopenhouse
Virtual Open House
On Saturday October 17, 2020 from 11am-1pm EDT join Bennett College Admissions for a Virtual Open House! Learn about our admissions process, academic programs, campus...
Black History Media Festival
The Bennett College Department of Journalism and Media Studies presents its Black History Media Festival, February 21-22, 2020. For additional information, contact Tom Lipscomb...
Sisterhood Soiree
“Brunch at Bennett” Saturday, February 22, 2020 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Global Learning Center
Christmas Candlelight Concert
Join us for our annual Bennett College Christmas Candlelight Concert on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 7:00 pm in the Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel...
Entrepreneurship Finance for Black Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship Finance for Black Entrepreneurs Seminar with Harvard Business School Professor (Ret.) Steve S. Rogers. Tuesday, December 3, 2019 5:30PM – 7:00PM Bennett College...
‘Building the Future of Justice’ HBCU Tour
Please make plans to attend the Law School Admission Council Event Tuesday, November 5, 6-8 PM in the GLC. You will have the opportunity...
Open House Fall 2019
Discover how Bennett College can empower you to become the woman you are destined to become. Interact with faculty, staff, and students. Our professional...
Sojourns: Inspired Writings and Artistic Creations
Bennett College Wilbur Steele Hall Art Gallery presents “Sojourns: The Inspired Writings of James P. Mayes and Artistic Creations of Andrena Stoddard Coleman” Exhibition...
Salary Negotiating 101
Salary Negotiating 101 April 26th, @ 6:00 p.m. Pfeiffer Science Auditorium
Bennett College Scholarship Donor Luncheon
Bennett College Scholarship Donor Luncheon Thursday, April 18, 2019 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Global Learning Center Multipurpose Room 521 Gorrell Street Greensboro, NC ...
“Connecting Education & Ministry” Luncheon Fundraiser
“Connecting Education & Ministry” Luncheon Fundraiser Saturday, April 13, 2019 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Global Learning Center Bennett College 521 Gorrell Street Greensboro,...
Student Leadership Challenge (Evening Session Session)
The Student Leadership Challenge, James Kouzes and Barry Posner apply their extensive research and expertise to demonstrate that anyone can be a leader, regardless...
Student Leadership Challenge (Mid-Day Session)
The Student Leadership Challenge, James Kouzes and Barry Posner apply their extensive research and expertise to demonstrate that anyone can be a leader, regardless...
Grad School: Do You Need It And How To Apply
Grad School: Do You Need It And How To Apply March 25th , @ 6:00 p.m. Pfeifer Science Auditorium
Sisterhood Soiree 2019
You are cordially invited to attend the Sisterhood Soiree, hosted by the Office of Admissions. This event is designed to help prospective students discover...
BB&T Leadership Certification Part II
BB&T Leadership Facilitators will guide students through self and interpersonal awareness techniques that will teach them how to lead themselves as well as others....
BB&T Leadership Certification Part I
BB&T Leadership Facilitators will guide students through self and interpersonal awareness techniques that will teach them how to lead themselves as well as others....
Five Levels of Leadership Session II
Every leader operates at his own level. According to John C. Maxwell, there are five levels. John C. Maxwell is a well-known American author...
4th Annual Black History Media Day Festival
The Bennett College Department of Journalism & Media Studies will host its 4th annual Black History Media Festival on February 22nd and 23rd. The...
#GotThis… Are You Really Ready For a Job Interview
#Gotthis… Are You Really Ready For a Job Interview February 22nd , @ 6:00 p.m Pfeifer Science Auditorium
Stand with Bennett Worship Service
Celebrate God’s goodness with us! Friday, February 22, 2019 6:00 p.m. Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel Bennett College Greensboro, North Carolina Pastor Shauntae M. Smith...
Career Day with INROADS
On Friday, February 22, 2019, the Bennett College Office of Career Services in partnership with INROADS presents Career Day with INROADS. Come hear about our history...
Strengths Quest Inventory Part II: Analysis of Results
Strengths Quest facilitator will assist students in understanding their results and teach them practical application of their top five greatest strengths. *Participants must have...
What Comes After the Handshake: Tips for Connecting with Employers
What Comes After the Handshake? Tips for Connecting with Employers, Open February 4th , @ 6:00 p.m. Pfeiffer Science Auditorium
Stand With Bennett Press Conference
Bennett College will be holding a Press Conference on Monday, February 4, 2019, at 12PM EST in the Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel. All are welcome to...
Five Levels of Leadership Session I
Every leader operates at his own level. According to John C. Maxwell, there are five levels. John C. Maxwell is a well-known American author...
Sisters for Justice feat. Dr. Sharrelle Barber & Rev. Dr. William Barber
RSVP and join us Saturday, January 26, for a Sisters for Justice event. Sisters for Justice will be a discussion between Bennett alumna Dr....
Strengths Quest Inventory Session Part I (Evening Session)
A tool to help students discover, develop, and apply their natural talents. This assessment has helped students similar to you at more than 600...
Strengths Quest Inventory Part I (Mid-Day Session)
A tool to help students discover, develop, and apply their natural talents. This assessment has helped students similar to you at more than 600...
After You Got the Job: What Onboarding Skills You Need
After You Got the Job: What Onboarding Skills You Need January 14th , @ 6:00 p.m. Pfeiffer Science Auditorium
Wilbur Steele Hall Art Gallery presents Hoyte Phifer, Jr., visual artist and poet
Bennett College Wilbur Steele Hall Art Gallery presents Hoyte Phifer, Jr., visual artist and poet. “Release of the Untamed Mind-Mental Conversations” November 6 – December 21,...
UNCF Black & White Day Party
You are cordially invited to the UNCF Black & White Day Party on Saturday, December 8, 2018 from 2PM to 6PM in the Global...
S.I.S. – Sisters in the Spirit Worship Service
S.I.S. – Sisters in the Spirit Worship Service Sunday, November 18, 2018 4:00 p.m. Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel For information, please contact Natalie McLean...
Growing Greensboro for the Next Generation
Growing Greensboro for the Next Generation: How Government, Business and Higher Education Work Together to Develop Downtown. Thursday, November 15, 2018 11AM – 12PM...
LinkedIn or Tinder: Navigating Sexual Harassment in Professional Spaces
LinkedIn or Tinder: Navigating Sexual Harassment in Professional Spaces Taylouar Johnson, RISE Project Coordinator November 7th, @ 6PM Global Learning Center Auditorium
Mentoring with Alums
Mentoring with Alums October 19 @ 6:00 p.m. Pfeiffer Science Auditorium
I, A Black Woman, Resist: Film Screening & Dialogue
Join us for a pre-screening of I, A Black Woman, Resist, a short documentary film project honoring the life and legacy of Afro-Brazilian activist Marielle...
Career & Internship Fair 2018
For more information, please contact the OCS at 336-517-2358 or djohnson@bennett.edu.
Bennett College: The Early Years | Sept 4th-30th
Wilbur Steele Hall Art Gallery presents Bennett College: The Early Years (1873-1941) Gallery Hours Tuesdays and Thursday 2:15 – 4:15 pm or by appointment
The Leadership Resume: Tips for Applying for Leadership Positions in Corporate America
The Leadership Resume: Tips for Applying for Leadership Positions in Corporate America, Open September 28 @ 6:00 p.m. Pfeiffer Science Auditorium
Career Empowerment for Her Conference
Career Empowerment for Her Conference September 22nd, 2018, Greensboro Coliseum Complex careerempowerment4her.com
Worship with musical guest Constance Staley
Join us this Sunday, September 16 at 4pm in the Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel for Worship. Special musical guest is Ms. Constance Staley ’19....
Resume Writing for Federal Government Jobs
Resume Writing for Federal Government Jobs August 29, 2018 Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm writingyourfederalresumehbcu.eventbrite.com
Welcome Week Fall 2018
Click here to download Welcome Week 2018 Student Schedule
Women in Nontraditional Careers
Women in Nontraditional Careers Open House, August 9, 6-8pm The Forge Greensboro 219 W. Lewis St., Greensboro, NC
Historic Preservation on College and University Campus
“Preserving the Past – Creating the Future” Bennett College invites you to attend a one day workshop focusing on historic preservation on college and university...
“A Talk & Tour” of Bennett College
For more information contact the Office of Admissions at (800) 413-5323 or (336) 517-8624 and by email at admiss@bennett.edu.
Carina Hernandez ’18 Senior Exhibition
Bennett College Wilbur Steele Hall Art Gallery presents the Carina Hernandez, ’18 Senior Exhibition.
Commencement with guest speaker April Ryan
Saturday, May 5, 2018 Commencement Speaker: April Ryan, White House Correspondent/CNN Political Analyst Location: Bennett College Quadrangle Time: 10:00 AM Learn about all of our Commencement 2018 events.
Baccalaureate with guest speaker Rev. Jesse L. Jackson
Friday, May 4, 2018 Baccalaureate Speaker: Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Introduction: Dr. Julianne Malveaux, 15th President of Bennett College Location: Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel Time: 7:00 PM Learn...
Bennett College Choir Alumnae Concert
Thursday, May 3, 2018 Alumnae Concert Bennett College Choir Alumnae Concert Location: Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel Time: 7:00 PM Learn about all of our Commencement 2018...
Belle Beginnings
Discover for yourself why Bennett College is great! Bennett is a place where you are the center… the core of everything we do. Bennett is...
UNCF United Methodist Women’s Luncheon
“Connecting Education & Ministry” Tickets are $20.00 per guest. To purchase tickets, click here, and select the UNCF – UMW Luncheon designation. Or, or call...
Women’s Leadership Empowerment Conference 2018
The Women’s Empowerment Series strives to reach young women and celebrate the success and continuance of women’s empowerment. The Women’s Empowerment Series is a...
Eva Hamlin Miller Art Exhibit
There will be a reception on April 4, 2018 at 4:00pm, featuring a presentation about the artist and exhibit by Dr. Alma Adams, retired Professor...
Interdisciplinary Research Day 2018
We want to invite everyone to the Bennett College Global Learning Center on Friday, April 6th between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. for Interdisciplinary...
Red Sand Project Walk
Join us Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 2:30 PM as we walk to downtown Greensboro to fill the cracks with red sand, raising awareness...
Recognition Day Convocation
The annual Recognition Day Convocation is Thursday, April 5, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. in the Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel. As in previous years, this...
Charter Day Convocation
The Charter Day Convocation is the convocation that celebrates the chartering of Bennett College as a four-year college by the State of North Carolina...
International Tea: Africa
The Center for Global Studies presents International Tea: Africa – The Global Black Community. Five random visitors will be selected to win free tickets...
Free showing of short film “Fields of Mudan”
The Modern Day Slavery Project and the Social Work Club will sponsor a free showing of the short film, “Fields of Mudan”, on Monday,...
Bennett College Open House – Must RSVP
Bennett College’s Office of Admissions invites you to Open House! Discover how Bennett College can empower you to become the woman you are destined...
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Speech 60th Anniversary Commemoration
Bennett College will host a special event on February 11 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s speech on campus....
Black History Media Festival: Telling History’s Stories
The Bennett College Department of Journalism and Media Studies will be hosting a Black History Media Festival February 9-10! This year’s theme is “Telling...
‘Very Young Girls’ Movie Screening
Sponsored by the Modern Day Slavery Research Project at Bennett College. In collaboration with Tougaloo and Morehouse Colleges. Funded by The Andrew W. Mellon...
Belles of Distinction Hype Festival
Dear Bennett College Family, the Belles of Distinction is a student organization founded in 2016 that’s comprised of talented, ambitious young ladies who strive...
Founder’s Day Convocation with guest speaker Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole
Dr. Phyllis Worthy Dawkins, Eighteenth President of Bennett College, cordially invites you as her guest for our Founder’s Day Convocation. We are pleased to...
Bennett College Open House Fall 2017
Bennett College welcomes you to register to attend our Fall 2017 Open House on October 14, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A...
ACES / Career & Internship Fair
Thursday – September 28, 2017 ACES 11:00AM – 12:00PM Chapel Career & Internship Fair 10:00PM – 3:00PM Global Learning Center Please bring copies of...
SKO and SGA Voter’s Registration Drive
The Sigma Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated and Bennett College’s Student Government Association will host a Voter’s Registration Drive in...
4th Annual National HBCU Pre-Law Summit & Law Expo 2017
Are you interested in becoming a lawyer? If so, you should make plans to attend the 4th Annual National HBCU Pre-Law Summit & Law Expo 2017,...
Department of Defense College Recruitment session
Belles, have you ever considered a career with The Department of Defense? Whether you have or have not, please make plans to attend the...
Opening Convocation Ceremony of Matriculation – Convocatum Est
The Ceremony of Matriculation – Convocatum Est is a part of the opening convocation each semester. It is usually the first ACES (Academic Cultural...
Welcome Week 2017: August 15th-20th
Bennett College, Division of Student Affairs invites you and your families to participate in New and Transfer Student Welcome Week. This week is designed...
Pieces of A Dream exhibit by Andrena Coleman
Bennett College and Wilbur Steele Hall Art Gallery presents Pieces of A Dream: Rewind, by fabric artist Andrena Stoddard Coleman. Dates April 24, 2017...
Luncheon Gala – Bennett College Parents’ Association
Purchase Tickets To purchase tickets, please select either a single or table, then click “Buy Now.” Single Ticket $40.00 USD Table $350.00 USD
‘Fixing Juvie Justice’ Film Screening
Can a community-based approach to justice derived from a structure conceived in New Zealand centuries ago give hope to the mean streets of the...
V3 Gospel Concert
Bennett College welcomes gospel recording artists V3: Alive and Getting Better! Annie Merner Pfeiffer Chapel 900 East Washington St. Greensboro, NC 27401 This event is free...
Belle Beginnings
Belle Beginnings is scheduled for April 23-24, 2017 and it is an overnight experience for students who have been accepted for the 2017 Fall...
Ebony Soul 2017
Bennett College Student Government Association and SUAB presents Ebony Soul 2017 “Carribean Carnival” April 17th-23rd, 2017. Download Ebony Soul schedule
What Comes After the Handshake? Tips for Connecting with Employers
Event What Comes After the Handshake? Tips for Connecting with Employers Speaker Calista Phair (Class of ’13) Founder and CEO of SKKY Marketing Date...
Belle Premier: 2017 Spring Open House
Belle Premier: Spring 2017 is scheduled on Saturday, March 18, 2017, and serves as the colleges Spring Open House. Belle Premier, hence the name,...
Film Screening: Union Time
The UNCG Department of Media Studies is pleased to announce that the documentary “Union Time: Fighting for Workers’ Rights” will be screened at the...
Bonus Aces: The Harper’s Ferry Five
A Talk by Peter H. Wood Emeritus Professor of History, Duke University Thursday February 23, 2017, 6 PM Bennett College Pfeiffer Chapel This event...
Sisterhood Soiree
The Bennett College Office of Admissions presents Sisterhood Soiree on February 11, 2017 from 11am-2pm in the Global Learning Center. RSVP by emailing admiss@bennett.edu...
NCCIIE Best Practices in Interviewing and Resume Writing Workshop
The North Carolina Consortium for International and Intercultural Education (NCCIIE), coordinators of the Annual Model United Nations, is sponsoring a workshop at Bennett College...
HBCU Career Expo 2017
The NC Department of Transportation and Bennett College’s Office of Career Services presents HBCU Career Expo 2017.
NCCU Vocal Jazz Ensemble Concert
North Carolina Central University North Carolina Central University is a historically black college and university (HBCU), a comprehensive liberal arts university founded in 1910...
UNCF Holiday Social Fundraiser
Tickets are $30.00 per guest. Purchasing Tickets To purchase tickets, click here Then select UNCF Holiday Social designation For more information Call 336-517-1592 or...
Marc Andre Robinson Exhibit
In residence at Bennett College from October 31st – November 11th Opening – 6pm, Friday November 11th The title of the work, Twice Told,...
Shani Peters Exhibit
September 17th – October 30th, 2016 Opening – 7pm – 8pm, Saturday September 17th This exhibition will be part of the Fabric of Freedom...
Founders’ Day
Speaker: Martha Jones, a Presidential Bicentennial Professor, Professor of history and Afroamerican and African Studies, and a member of the Law School’s Affiliated LSA...
Casual White Breakfast
During the Casual White Breakfast, Bennett College freshwoman are introduced to the tradition of wearing white at special functions, respecting the history and tradition...