The 4th annual Black History Month at New College of Florida is on a mission: to engage the local community to take part. The Critical Times spoke to planning committee member, and student, Mary Robertson on the events planned for this year and how academic institutions can be a source of change in their surrounding communities.

The following is an extended interview of a segment that airs in the February 1st installment of the Critical Times! Want more of the Critical Times? Check out our archives!