UCSB Black Student Union Newsletter

Week 2 Updates

April 11, 2023

Happy Week 2 BSU Family! Please read below for Week 2 updates and more. As we get back into the hang of things now that break is over, be sure to set time aside to take care of yourself mentally and physically. Remember self-care is always important!

Black Student Union News

Week 2 GBM - Practicing Mindfulness 

Join us TODAY from 5-7 PM in Santa Rosa lounge for a "reset" GBM as we practice mindfulness and meditation as a community.

ABC Committee Applications

Do you want to learn more about what ABC is? Are you interested in joining a committee dedicated to potentially helping plan the next conference? Please fill out the link below.

Jump Start | Open House

It's that time of the year again!

Jump Start, an event that in conjunction with Open House, aims to introduce Admitted Black students and their families to UCSB and our Black Community. You are invited to come by between 12 and 2 pm to meet and socialize with these families. Register with the link below to indicate attendance and meal preferences.

Black Hair Expo  

‼️  BLACK PEOPLE ‼️

BWHC and BSU is planning a BLACK HAIR EXPO/ BEAUTY SHOP coming next month! We will be bringing FREE hair care and supplies to campus for our community by the community. With keynote speakers and provided food and drinks. Please complete the form linked below to let us know the products you’d like to see by April 12th at 11:59 pm.

OBSD Is Hiring

Attention all Black undergrad and grad students! Applications to intern and work for OBSD are open for the 2023-2024 academic year. All interested applicants are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to Elroy Pinks at the email below by April 20th!                                                                                                                                Email

Black Graduation 2023 - Sign Up

Are you interested in participating in the 2023 Black Graduation? Please fill out the form below and submit any comments, questions, or feedback no later than Wednesday, March 15, 2023. 

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, April 11thPracticing Mindfulness Time: 5 PM - 7 PMPlace: Santa Rosa Lounge

Saturday, April 15th  Jump Start | Open HouseTime: 12 PM - 2 PMPlace: Bren Courtyard 

Stay Connected with UCSB Black Orgs

Quote of the Week

Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.

Maya Angelou

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

Best Regards,Mikaila AinsworthBlack Student Union Communications Intern, 2022-2023University of California, Santa Barbara