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Week 3
It’s Week Three BSU Family! We hope that you all have been enjoying your time here, and may this week be filled with fun, new experiences! Please read below for Week Three updates and more.
Black Student Union News
GBM: Defining Our Politics
Join us for our third weekly GBM of the quarter TODAY October 17th at 5 PM in the Santa Rosa Lounge. This GBM will focus on exploring the ideologies, beliefs, and visions that shape our political identity. In this open discussion, we hope every voice will be heard, and that together we can create a brighter future.
Campus News
ADCRC
Sister Circle
Join us every Tuesday from 1 - 2 PM in the AdCRC located in the SRB to take part in Sister Circle, a support group for black-identifying womxn students led by Dr. Tara Jones and Dominique A Broussard. Swing by and grab a slice of pizza all while receiving holistic support in all things emotional, academic, and financial-based discussion topics.
Celebration of Black Gaucho Family Weekend
Save the date for November 4th for the Celebration of Black Gaucho Family Day weekend from 12 - 4 PM held in the Student Resource Building! Enjoy a day of community bounding in the presence of both Black Gauchos and family members alike!
For more information on Parents & Family Weekend registration and events, visit: www.ucsb.edu/parentsfamilyweekend
AdCRC X BGSA Study Jam
Join the education opportunity program’s African diasporic cultural resource center in collaboration with the Black Graduate Student Association for the 2nd study jam of the new school year! From 6 - 8 PM, hang out with other students, and grab some snacks and free testing materials!
OBSD
Black Heritage Cultural Experience
Join OBSD, CAPS, and EOP for a trip of a lifetime! Open to all students of all grade levels, embark on a 10-day experience visiting sacred historic spaces in the South during Spring break of 2024. Funding will be available for all students, and applications close on October 20th!
Intern Events Schedule
Down below you’ll be able to find information about the events that OBSD interns are hosting all quarter long!
EOP
AS/EOP Grant
Attention EOP Students! Did you know that there is a grant that helps to cover irregular or unforeseen expenses? To be eligible you must be (1) an EOP student; (2) enrolled at least half-time; (3) eligible for need-based financial aid. If you’re eligible, we highly recommend applying for the grant as a way to help alleviate some of the financial stress you may be under. Check below to see what eligible expenses are included in the grant, and scan the QR code below to find out how to apply!
Upcoming Events
Tuesday, October 17th
Sister Circle
Time: 12 PM - 1 PM
Place: ADCRC
Tuesday, October 17th
BSU: GBM
Time: 5 PM- 7 PM
Place: Santa Rosa lounge
Wednesday, October 11th
ADCRC X BGSA Study jam
Time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Place: ADCRC
Stay Connected with UCSB Black Orgs
A.S. Black Women’s Health Collaborative
A.S Commission of Culture, Arts, and Joy Justice
Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc
Black Campus Ministries
Black Girl Magic
Black Graduate Student Association
Black Student Union
Caribbean Student Association
East African Student Association
EOP African Diasporic Cultural Resource Center
National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
Nigerian Student Association
Office of Black Student Development
Quote of the Week
I believe that there will ultimately be a clash between the oppressed and those that do the oppressing. I believe that there will be a clash between those who want freedom, justice and equality for everyone and those who want to continue the systems of exploitation
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