The Office of Equity and Inclusion is partnering up with The Seven Times production company to bring “The Negro Artist” to campus and we hope to see you there!

Registration required.

See below for more information on the film:

The documentary follows the story of Caleb Rainey, a spoken word poet with artistic roots in eastern Iowa. His poetry and community service efforts are bolstering the arts across the state of Iowa and the greater Midwest.

Amidst the often-overlooked spaces of the Midwest, lives a Black voice that demands to be heard. This documentary is a journey into the world of Rainey, a Black spoken word poet whose poetry is a profound exploration of race, identity, and the lived realities of systemic inequality.

Nik Heftman’s documentary seeks to capture the essence of Rainey not just as an artist, but as a vital voice in the ongoing dialogue about race in America. His work challenges us to confront uncomfortable truths and inspires us to envision a more equitable future.

—Jazlin Coley, Provost’s Office