The Collegiate Choir Concert was an event that celebrated African American History. It was held in Watkins Auditorium on Wed., Feb 23, during the Civil Right’s Conference.

The Collegiate Choir showed the audience how civil rights was connected with choir. During the time of slavery, slaves were hoping to be freed and showed their emotions by singing. The choir consisted of UTM students.

“I thought tonight was a good event to make people aware of one another,” said Alvin Summers, Instructor of Gospel and Choir.

“The program was very entertaining as well as spiritually uplifting,” said Anthony Braswell, a senior Nursing major from Westmoreland, Tenn. “The choir members were extremely talented and did an excellent job.”

Youree Maddox, a junior Fashion Merchandising major from Union City, Tenn. said, “I believed that we performed very well.”

“Equality is still something that is desperately needed and the program brought a diverse group of people together to share an awesome experience,” said performer Steven Mitchell, a senior Public Relations major from Memphis, Tenn.

Heather Ivie, a freshmen Athletic Training major from Dyer, Tenn. said, “Black history should be a part of everyone. It shouldn’t matter what color we are. We all have overcome obstacles in our lives just as our ancestors did.”

“I think we did an amazing job,” said performer Mary Cheers, a senior Psychology major from Memphis, Tenn. “I had a great time learning and performing with the choir.”