UCSB Black Student Union Newsletter

Week 9

Happy Week 9 BSU Family! We hope that you had a great and restful time with loved ones. Can you believe that Winter break is right around the corner? We can't wait! Please read below for Week 9 updates and more.

Black Student Union News

GBM: Study Jam

Today we will be hosting our weekly GBM in the Santa Rosa Lounge from 5 - 7 PM! With finals coming up, take some time to unwind at our R&B study jam! We hope to see you there!

Campus News

AdCRC

Study Jam

Join the AdCRC and the Black Scholars Hall for a study jam on November 30th from 4 to 6 PM. Snacks and testing materials will be provided! It will be hosted at Miramar 6113 in Sierra Madre.

OBSD

Black Men’s Barbershop

Join the OBSD and CAPS for the second Black Men’s Barbershop of the quarter, this Thursday, November 30th, from 5 - 7 PM in the OBSD Office. This week’s event will be centered on discussing Black Men’s holistic health and wellness, while also doing student giveaways and free haircuts!

Triple P's | Tuesday | 12:00-1:00PM

Get in touch with your artistic side and explore the Triple P's. Join Marina Habib and take a break from your academic commitments to nurture your creative side. Participants can engage in a range of activities, such as creating their own playlist, or creating a painting — all while indulging in some pizza. Space is limited. For more information contact [email protected].

OBSD Vision Fellowship

Are you an OBSD student with a research or creative project that showcases your vision? Apply to be an OBSD Vision Fellow! Categories include Independent Research - Humanities & Social Sciences or STEM, Media & Arts, Community Wellness, and Athletics. This fellowship was created with student innovation as a priority. Categories are open to a wide breadth of topics. Applicants are encouraged to bring their varied experiences, perspectives, and creativity to this project. Fellows will receive a $750 stipend, connection to a faculty/staff mentor, publication/distribution of your project, and a dedicated workspace for the length of the fellowship. The Vision Fellowship requires a Winter & Spring 2024 commitment. Application deadline is Friday, December 8, 2023 at 11:59 pm.

The Weekly Wind Down | Tuesday | 3:30-4:30PM

Join OBSD Intern, Taelen Cobb, for the Weekly Wind Down, to collectively explore what "radical healing" means. Taelen will introduce different kinds of self-healing including homemade face masks, manicures, body butters, and more! Start your own journey of self-healing and learn to implement these self-care aesthetics into your daily life. Space is limited. For more information contact [email protected].

Black 'n Crafty | Wednesday | 2-3PM

Unwind and spark creativity with OBSD Intern for this art hour while indulging in conversations and creating crafts. Space is limited. For more information contact [email protected].

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, November 28th
OBSD: Triple P’s
Time: 12 PM- 1 PM
Place: OBSD

Tuesday, November 28th
OBSD: The Weekly Wind Down
Time: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Place: OBSD

Tuesday, November 28th
BSU: GBM
Time: 5 PM - 7 PM
Place: Santa Rosa Lounge

Wednesday, November 29th
OBSD Black n’ Crafty
Time: 2 PM - 3 PM
Place: OBSD

Thursday, November 30th
AdCRC X Black Scholars Hall Study Jam
Time: 4 PM - 6 PM
Place: Miramar 6113 in Sierra Madre

Thursday, November 30th
AdCRC X Black Scholars Hall Study Jam
Time: 5 PM - 7 PM
Place: OBSD

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Quote of the Week

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When I liberate myself, I liberate others. If you don’t speak out ain’t nobody going to speak out for you.

Fannie Lou Hamer

And as always, if you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out <3.

Best Regards, Mikaila Ainsworth

Black Student Union Co-Communications Director, 2023-2024,

University of California, Santa Barbara