Join us for a captivating 1-day pop-up exhibit, “Know the Past, Shape the Future,” hosted by the Lakeshore Principal’s Office in partnership with the Canadian Multicultural Innovators Museum (CMIM). The exhibit will be showcased on the 2nd floor of the L Building at Lakeshore Campus, on display Wednesday February 19th, 2025. Stop by any time between 10AM – 5PM.  

Books, vibes, and Black excellence

Community & Basketball Night: Celebrate Black Heritage Month! 

Join Black Student Support & Engagement (BSSE) and Humber Athletics for an evening of community, cheering, and basketball as we celebrate Black Heritage Month!

Date: February 5, 2025
Location: BSSE Office, LRC 2123
Schedule:

• 4:00–5:30 PM: Enjoy pizza and make some spirited signs to cheer on our teams.
• 5:30 PM: Head down to the gym as a group to cheer on Humber’s basketball teams!
• 6:00 PM: Women’s Game vs. Sheridan College
• 8:00 PM: Men’s Game vs. Sheridan College

Special Highlights:

Black Heritage Month Jerseys: Witness the debut of the jerseys designed by the Humber Basketball team,  provided by OneTeam Sports, honouring Black excellence and heritage.

Let’s come together to support our teams, celebrate Black heritage, and build community spirit.

This event is proudly hosted in partnership with BSSE and Humber Athletics. 

Everyone is welcome!

Black Student Support & Engagement and The Office of EDIB are thrilled to invite you to join us in celebrating Black Heritage Month 2025! This year, we proudly embrace the theme:

"Roots & Rhythms: Celebrating Black Culture, Creativity, and Community."

This theme honours the profound influence of Black culture, the boundless creativity of the Black community, and the strength and unity found in shared experiences.

We are excited to kick off the month with an inspiring opening ceremony featuring music, dynamic performances, and powerful reflections on the legacy and future of Black creativity, heritage, and community.

Black Heritage Month Opening Ceremonies:
Location: North Campus, LRC First Floor
Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Time: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

This celebration will set the tone for a month filled with opportunities to connect, honour, and be inspired by the richness of Black heritage

All About BSSE Mixer

Lakeshore HCH A411 Jan 16 | 1-3 PM

Drop-in to learn "all about BSSE" and the importance of culturally relevant support, followed by some time to mingle, practice your networking skills, build community with other like-minded individuals and learn more about available campus resources to help you succeed.

Games Night

Lakeshore HCH A411 Jan 22

Join us at games night for an evening filled with Dominoes, Ludo, Spades, spoons and more! Paired with an array of delicious snacks and prizes for the winners. This event promises to be unforgettable.

Movie Night

Lakeshore HCH A411 Jan 28

Unwind, Grab some popcorn and join us for a relaxing escape at our BSSE movie night.

Please note: we do appreciate our allies, however, these events are for Black-identifying students only.

On October 31st we will be hosting a pumpkin painting craft while playing a scaryyy moooviiee

Join us for our first session of BLAQ Collective for the Fall Semester where we will be going to the AGO. During our visit there are multiple exhibitions highlighting the work of Black and Queer artists that we can explore. Attendees will meet at the Lakeshore LGBTQ+ Resource Centre then take the TTC over to the AGO. Return TTC tickets will be provided to attendees; once we arrive at the AGO you will be free to explore on your own and will be able to leave at your own convenience.

BLAQ Collective is a program designed for students who identify as Queer and Black. As space for this event is limited we are asking that attendees hold one of those identities to attend

We are starting new clubs just for you! Come by to discuss your favourite series and movies, play games and meet fellow enthusiasts!

The first meetings will be taking place at Lakeshore A411 on Thursday and Friday so come by!

Circle of Queens is a gathering for self-identifying black women to develop personal professional skills

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

OCT 2 | NORTH LRC2123
OCT 16 | LAKESHORE A 411
OCT 30 | NORTH LRC2123
NOV 13 | LAKESHORE A411
NOV 27 | NORTH LRC2123

Kings Gathering is a community for self-identifying black men to level up and develop personal and professional skills.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

OCT 2 | LAKESHORE A411

OCT 30 | LAKESHORE A 411
NOV 13 | NORTH LRC2123
NOV 27 | NORTH LRC2123

Meet at the North Campus BSSE @12:45, for a nature walk in the arb @1pm-2:30pm!

5th September: All About BSSE Mixer 1pm-3pm
10th September:Black Games Night 2pm-4:30pm
20th September: Karaoke/Guess the Lyric 2:30pm-4:30pm

5th September: All About BSSE Mixer 1pm-3pm
9th September: Movie Night 1pm-3pm
26th September: Drop-in Games 1pm-3pm

Calling all Black graduates to join a night filled with music, food, and celebration! Bring a plus one and have a great night.
Mark your calendars for May 30th, 5-7pm at the north campus BCTI, 1st floor. Let’s honor every step of our journey together.
Let’s make it a night to remember!

REGISTER HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/880323861367?aff=oddtdtcreator

This Black Mental Health Day we will be honoring our community with a panel discussion moderated by Kym Niles. After the panel discussion, we will have wellness activities for students to participate in.

Join The LGBTQ+ Resource Centre and Black Student Success and Engagement for our second annual drag show held in the North Campus Student Centre (the North campus cafeteria). Join us on February 23rd from 12pm-2pm for a jam-packed variety show with performances by @princemannydingo, @ @thevirgoqueen.to, and @naomileone_

Come celebrate the art form of Drag with us, enjoy some Craig's Cookies, and have the chance to win gift cards for Black Owned Toronto!

Feb 22nd | 1 PM - 3 PM | North LRC

Join us for an exciting cultural celebration and entrepreneurship event. Discover handmade goods from Black-owned businesses, try authentic African and Caribbean cuisine, and engage in fun activities while connecting with local artisans. Don't miss out on supporting and celebrating the creativity and innovation of Black entrepreneurs in our community. See you there!

Feb 20th | 12 PM - 2 PM | North LRC

The debate on who prepares the best Jollof rice, Ghana or Nigeria, will be settled at Humber College. Jollof rice is a popular West African dish that symbolizes cultural identity. The event celebrates Jollof rice's cultural significance and deliciousness.

“For decades, ballroom, ball or house culture has been a way for queer Blacks and Latine[x]s to live their best lives – that is, to figure out how to respond to a society that devalued their lives and attempted to erase their presence. Through elaborate performances incorporating and commenting on race, class and gender, the ball community has historically reflected the American Dream and one’s exclusion from it.”

— Les Fabian BrathwaithStriking a ‘Pose’: A Brief History of Ball Culture

Feb 16th | 1 PM - 3 PM | Lakeshore A170

Join us on Feb 16th from 1-3 pm for a Vogueing and Ballroom Choreography class. Learn iconic moves of Vogue and electrifying steps of ballroom dance in a supportive and inclusive environment. Spaces are limited. Secure your spot now for an afternoon of dance, style, and empowerment.

Feb 15th | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | North LRC 2123

Students can unwind and relax by participating in a themed games night. It's a chance to socialize with peers and immerse themselves in the comfort of Black culture, all while expressing their style through clothing.

Feb 15th | 1 PM - 3 PM | Lakeshore A168

Students are in for a treat with Domino's, one of the most beloved games in the black African-American community. What's the goal? To bring everyone together through the power of play. Let the good times roll!

Feb 12th | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM | North LRC 2123

"Kinks, Coils & Confidence" is a workshop for students to connect with peers who share an interest in natural hair care. It supports their transition, offering a sense of belonging and understanding beyond just hairstyles.

Feb 8th | 1 PM - 3 PM | Lakeshore A168

Unleash your creativity with our Clay Crafting Workshop! Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll mold and shape your imagination into unique clay creations. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our expert instructors will guide you through the process, providing tips and tricks to bring your vision to life. Get ready to get your hands dirty, have fun, and take home your one-of-a-kind clay masterpiece!

Feb 6th | 2 PM - 3:30 PM | North LRC 2123

Unleash your creativity with our Clay Crafting Workshop! Join us for a hands-on experience where you'll mold and shape your imagination into unique clay creations. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, our expert instructors will guide you through the process, providing tips and tricks to bring your vision to life. Get ready to get your hands dirty, have fun, and take home your one-of-a-kind clay masterpiece!

The IGNITE Black Excellence Scholarship was created in 2021 to recognize five outstanding students and upcoming leaders within the Black and African community here at Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber. Recipients of the $1,000 scholarship are selected based on their academic standing, their demonstration of leadership and community involvement, as well as their financial need.

Applications for Black Excellence Scholarship will open on February 1, 2024. 

For more information and how to apply visit: https://ignitestudentlife.com/leadership-advocacy/black-excellence-scholarship/

Get ready to wear Humber colours, wave those foam fingers, and bring the house down with roaring cheers! Join us for an electrifying night of basketball action as we gather to support Humber’s Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams, and cheer on our home team in a thrilling matchup at Sheridan College!

We will start the evening with a pizza party and provide transportation to and from the games! This event is free for students, and every student who joins us will receive a swag bag and be entered for a chance to win a pair of Raptors tickets.

Register now (limited spots are available): https://forms.office.com/r/7mC0iHk1dw

Feb 1st | 12 PM - 3 PM | Lakeshore L lobby

Join us as we celebrate the rich history and culture of the black community through various activities. These include exploring black cuisine, appreciating black art, supporting community business, and enjoying black-inspired music. Let's come together and celebrate the many facets of black culture.

Join us at games night for an evening filled with classic board games, card games, and video games, paired with an array of delicious snacks and prizes for the winners. This event promises to be unforgettable.

Get ready to sing your heart out and have a blast at Karaoke Night! This event is going to be one for the books, complete with music, snacks, and prizes. You won't want to miss the chance to show off your skills and compete for some amazing rewards.

Discover How to Join the Student Board of Directors with BSSE & IGNITE. Are you passionate about being a student leader? Come and join us for an informative discussion on how to become a member of the Student Board of Directors. We'll also cover the significance of representation and why it matters.

Discover How to Join the Student Board of Directors with BSSE & IGNITE. Are you passionate about being a student leader? Come and join us for an informative discussion on how to become a member of the Student Board of Directors. We'll also cover the significance of representation and why it matters.

Preparing for Exams: Tips and Tricks!
Looking for ways to succeed in your exams? Look no further than BSSE! We offer an interactive workshop that will teach you the necessary skills to excel during exam season.

Date: December 6th

Time: 1-2 PM 

Location: North Campus, LRC2123

Join Our Supportive Black Student Community on November 29th, 2023.

If you're a self-identifying Black student looking for a community of like-minded individuals to share your experiences, stories, and resources with, look no further! We have an upcoming event that you won't want to miss.

On November 29th, 2023, join us for an enlightening session on Music Therapy, where we will delve into the various ways music can positively impact your mental health. Our guest speaker, Humber College Counsellor Eunice Atokomach, will lead us through an exploration of how different forms, genres, and lyrics can affect your emotions and feelings.

Let's come together and support one another in this empowering event.

Link to Register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/circle-of-queens-kings-gathering-joint-session-tickets-695543739047?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for a Mlack Mental Health workshop that centers on Black joy, dismantling stigma, and leaning into practices that ground mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. You will discover practical strategies and tools of self-care deeply connected to the Black diasporic experience.

Date: Thursday, November 23rd, 2023

Time: 2-3 PM

Location: BSSE Lakeshore Campus room A168

Registration here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fried-coco-for-the-mind-and-soul-tickets-753914417317?aff=oddtdtcreator

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded men, as you navigate student life? Join us for Kings Gathering, this fall! To register: Click here

Kings Gathering is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black men sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded women, as you navigate student life? Join us for Circle of Queens, this fall! To register: Click here

A supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. During the Fall/Winter 2023-24 semesters, participants will explore a variety of relevant topics such as Black identity, Beauty & hair, Black Culture, Colorism and Black Unity, health & wellness and many more!

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded women, as you navigate student life? Join us for Circle of Queens, this fall! To register: Click here

A supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. During the Fall/Winter 2023-24 semesters, participants will explore a variety of relevant topics such as Black identity, Beauty & hair, Black Culture, Colorism and Black Unity, health & wellness and many more! 

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded men, as you navigate student life? Join us for Kings Gathering, this fall! To register: Click here

Kings Gathering is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black men sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded men, as you navigate student life? Join us for Kings Gathering, this fall! To register: Click here

Kings Gathering is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black men sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded women, as you navigate student life? Join us for Circle of Queens, this fall! To register: Click here

A supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. During the Fall/Winter 2023-24 semesters, participants will explore a variety of relevant topics such as Black identity, Beauty & hair, Black Culture, Colorism and Black Unity, health & wellness and many more! 

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded men, as you navigate student life? Join us for Kings Gathering, this fall! To register: Click here

Kings Gathering is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black men sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Looking for a supportive community of like-minded women, as you navigate student life? Join us for Circle of Queens, this fall! To register: Click here

A supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. During the Fall/Winter 2023-24 semesters, participants will explore a variety of relevant topics such as Black identity, Beauty & hair, Black Culture, Colorism and Black Unity, health & wellness and many more! 

BSSE and Humber’s Sustainability Office are hosting "Black in Bloom: A Nature Walk and Plant Exchange" for Black identifying students interested in exploring the outdoors.

Join us on Monday, October 2nd at The BSSE (LRC2123) for 1:15pm. We will walk over to the Humber Arboretum together!

The event includes a guided tour of Humbers Arboretum and guided mediation. Participants can also exchange plants, enjoy snacks, and connect with peers. Join the event for a day of nature, mindfulness, and community.

Click the link in our bio to register.

BlaQ Collective is hosting a Mad Hatter themed mix and mingle! This event is all about meeting fellow students and learning more about what BlaQ Collective offers. Registration is required for the event, the link to the registration is in our bio.

BlaQ Collective is a collaboration between BSSE and the LGBTQ+ Resource Center, which aims to support people who identify as Queer and Black.

Join us for a financial resource(s) and information session. To learn about important dates, deadlines, and tips when it comes to navigating student loans and OSAP. There will also be information on where to find additional scholarships/bursaries within and outside of Humber, for domestic and international

Join us for a financial resource(s) and information session. To learn about important dates, deadlines, and tips when it comes to navigating student loans and OSAP. There will also be information on where to find additional scholarships/bursaries within and outside of Humber, for domestic and international students!

Drop-in to learn "all about BSSE" and the importance of culturally relevant support, followed by some time to mingle, practice your networking skills, build community with some of Humber’s Black-identifying students, faculty, and staff, and learn more about available campus resources to help you succeed.

Drop-in to learn "all about BSSE" and the importance of culturally relevant support, followed by some time to mingle, practice your networking skills, build community with some of Humber’s Black-identifying students, faculty, and staff, and learn more about available campus resources to help you succeed.

The Black Student Support and Engagement Program invites all Black Graduates for a night of celebration, music, food and more! The Black Grad celebration highlights the accomplishments of Black students from Humber College and the University of Guelph-Humber by acknowledging their triumph, resilience and success. Join us on Wednesday June 7th from 5-7pm at the Lakeshore campus for an evening of celebration! Click here to register.

This event will take place on Tuesday May 9th at Lakeshore A168 & Thursday May 11th at North LRC2123. Supplies & refreshments provided. Please register for the campus you will be attending from. Click Here to Register.

Whether you're starting at Humber for the first time, or returning for the Summer semester - it can be challenging to know and get comfortable with all the resources available to you. Here at the BSSE, we seek to provide Black identifying students with community, resources, and support to help fully maximize on their campus experience. So, join us from May 9-11, 2023 for a series of events that will introduce you to the BSSE Program and all that it offers, as well as other campus resources. Click here to register!

Theme: Blackness Resiliency, Education and Comunity Engagement

Click to Register 

About the Speaker:

Mary Anne Chambers O.Ont., M.S.M., Hon LL.D. Dr. Mary Anne Chambers was named the 10th Chancellor of the University of Guelph in April 2022. A former Scotiabank Senior Vice-President and former Ontario Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities and Minister of Children and Youth Services, Mary Anne has served as a member of the Board of Governors of Canada’s International Development Research Centre (IDRC), as Chair of the Board of United Way of Canada, Vice-Chair of the Governing Council of the University of Toronto, President of the Canadian Club of Toronto, Governor of the Air Cadet League of Canada, Vice-Chair of the Boards of Cuso International and Rouge Valley Health System, President of the Project for Advancement of Early Childhood Education (Canada), and member of the Boards of the United Way of Toronto, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and YMCA Toronto. She was also a Director of GraceKennedy Ltd. and the GraceKennedy Financial Group. Mary Anne is currently a member of the Board of Trustees of Ingenium, Canada’s Museums of Agriculture and Food, Aviation and Space, and Science and Technology. She is also Chair of the Board of Grace Foods Canada Inc., a subsidiary of GraceKennedy Ltd. Mary Anne was named to the Order of Ontario in 2015 and is a recipient of the Governor General of Canada’s Meritorious Service Medal. She has been awarded the Degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa, by the University of Toronto, York University, Lakehead University and the University of Guelph.Among her other awards are the Golden Jubilee and Diamond Jubilee Medals of Queen Elizabeth the Second and a YWCA Toronto Woman of Distinction award. Her memoir, From the Heart, was published by Dundurn Press in 2022.

**Please note that you will be emailed the virtual link to join this online conversation**

Want to learn how either programs can support you on campus? Stop by the IE&E space (down the hall from the BSSE space) to learn more! To register click here.

As a writer and thought-leader, Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts offers those who read her work and hear her speak an authentic experience; an opportunity to explore the intersection of culture, identity and faith/spirituality at the deepest levels. She is the founder of HeARTspace, a healing community created to serve those who have experienced trauma of any kind through the use of storytelling and the arts. Her workshop aims to:

1. Define Black Joy - Historical/Cultural and Present Day Context;

2. Discuss ways one can cultivate joy in personal and professional spaces and relationships;

3. Share how and why Black Joy lives alongside Black trauma, pain, and rage; and

4. Explain the role of allies and accomplices in de-centering whiteness and amplifying Black Joy.

This event is a chance for Black-identifying students to share their original written works at a friendly poetry slam-style competition. Priority will be given to Black-identifying students to perform in the poetry slam. However, all students are welcome to share an original or cover art during the open mic portion. Or join us as audience members to cheer on their fellow students! To register to perform, email: bsse@humber.ca

The purpose of this event is to empower and encourage participants to love themselves and spread the love. Priority will be given to Black-identifying LGBTQ+ students but allies are more than welcome to join the fun!

Sessions will be facilitated by professional spoken word artists, and feature mindfulness practices to help students gain confidence on stage or in front of the classroom. Sessions 1 & 3 (Feb 2nd & 15th) will take place at Lakeshore A168 & session 2 (Feb 6th) will be at North LRC2112. 

Date: Wednesday, February 15th, 2023
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 PM
Location: G Building - BMO Commons, Lakeshore Campus 
Food provided: Light snacks and refreshments 

Panelists: 

• Ian Stewart - Pharmacist, Owner of the largest Shoppers drug mart in the Etobicoke-lakeshore community and Philanthropist.
• Jacquline Edwards - Humber Alum, President of the Association of Black Law Enforcers (ABLE), 2021 recipient of the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) President’s Award of Merit. 
• Keddone Dias – Executive Director of LAMP Community Health Centre
• Alex Bunbury – Former professional soccer player, who played for Portugal and Canada.

and more! 

Please note this event is at the Lakeshore Campus.

Please note this event is at the North Campus.

Sessions will be facilitated by professional spoken word artists, and feature mindfulness practices to help students gain confidence on stage or in front of the classroom. Sessions 1 & 3 (Feb 2nd & 15th) will take place at Lakeshore A168 & session 2 (Feb 6th) will be at North LRC2112. 

Sessions will be facilitated by professional spoken word artists, and feature mindfulness practices to help students gain confidence on stage or in front of the classroom. Sessions 1 & 3 (Feb 2nd & 15th) will take place at Lakeshore A168 & session 2 (Feb 6th) will be at North LRC2112. 

Every day is a reason to celebrate Black heritage, but when February comes around, we have an opportunity to show up and show out! Black Student Support & Engagement (BSSE) and The Black Heritage 365 Committee invite the Humber and University of Guelph-Humber community (students, staff & faculty) to join us for an opening ceremony as we celebrate our culture, history, and heritage.

What better way to kick off the semester than with the Blaq Collective! Bring your artistic vision to life and meet new people at our Paint 'n' Sip orientation event on January 18th.

Blaq Collective is a collaboration between the BSSE and LGBTQ+ Resource Center. It is a safe space for Black and Queer-identifying students to have fun and connect. Join us for our first event of the Winter semester.

This event is part conversation, part activation of the five main love languages. Participants will engage in games, discussions, and activities. Leaving with a better understanding of how and what types of support they need (in any relationship) and how to communicate this with others!

Please note: although we appreciate our allies, this event is for Black identifying students only. To register, click here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bsse-presents-love-languages-tickets-463906465727

This event will happen at the BSSE Lakeshore space (room A168). Please note, although we appreciate our allies, this event is for Black-identifying students only.

We will provide you with supplies and a calm environment to relax and practice self-care through art expression. To register, click here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bsse-paint-sip-tickets-461346157777

Kings Gathering is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black men sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Circle of Queens is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

IGNITE is hosting their annual Black Excellence Conference on Thursday, Oct. 20, starting at 5 p.m. and Friday, Oct. 21, beginning at 10 a.m.

This year's theme represents the Black community in the corporate world, their challenges, their journeys to success, and advice for Black students.

Link to register

What’s in it for you?

• Free event admission
• Networking with industry experts and professionals of your choice
• A chance to explore different Black-owned businesses
• A chance to win an iPad Air

Day One

Thursday, Oct. 20, 5 p.m

Lakeshore Campus, G Building BMO Innovation Commons

• 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Networking with industry experts. Students can mix and mingle with professionals from the industries of their choice.

Day Two

Friday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.

North Campus, E Concourse

• 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Spoken Word and steel pan band
• 12 - 1:30 p.m. Panel discussion and Q/A session

IGNITE is hosting their annual Black Excellence Conference on Thursday, Oct. 20, starting at 5 p.m. and Friday, Oct. 21, beginning at 10 a.m.

This year's theme represents the Black community in the corporate world, their challenges, their journeys to success, and advice for Black students.

Link to register

What’s in it for you?

• Free event admission
• Networking with industry experts and professionals of your choice
• A chance to explore different Black-owned businesses
• A chance to win an iPad Air

Day One

Thursday, Oct. 20, 5 p.m

Lakeshore Campus, G Building BMO Innovation Commons

• 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Networking with industry experts. Students can mix and mingle with professionals from the industries of their choice.

Day Two

Friday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.

North Campus, E Concourse

• 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Spoken Word and steel pan band
• 12 - 1:30 p.m. Panel discussion and Q/A session

Circle of Queens is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Kings Gathering is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black men sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Circle of Queens is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Kings Gathering is a supportive community of like-minded, self-identifying Black men sharing stories, experiences, and resources. Sessions cover a variety of relevant topics including self and group identity, relationships, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and much more!

Featuring a variety of community-building games, reflection, and other fun activities! 

Featuring a variety of community-building games, reflection, and other fun activities! 

Learn more about available campus resources. Followed by some time to mingle with some of Humber’s Black-identifying students, faculty, and staff. 

Learn more about available campus resources. Followed by some time to mingle with some of Humber’s Black-identifying students, faculty, and staff. 

Learn about important dates, deadlines, and tips when it comes to navigating student loans and OSAP. There will also be information on where to find additional scholarships/bursaries within and outside of Humber, for domestic and international students! 

Learn about important dates, deadlines, and tips when it comes to navigating student loans and OSAP. There will also be information on where to find additional scholarships/bursaries within and outside of Humber, for domestic and international students! 

Join us on Tuesday June 28th from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM (North Campus), E-Concourse for a Pride Nail Painting and Body Art event. This event is in collaboration with Frist Year Experience and Humber Spa. No registration needed. 

The BSSE Page Turners Book Club is back for the summer!! Join us for bi-weekly sessions (starting on June 8th), to discuss intergenerational themes regarding our community, as well as self-identity. This Summer, we’ll be reading "We Are Not Like Them" by Christine Pride & Jo Piazza. Registration is now closed. 

In celebration of Pride 2022, BSSE and FYE will be hosting two celebratory events on June 16th, 2022 at the Lakeshore Campus.

Please join us on June 16th in our BSSE Center in room A168 (Lakeshore Campus) from 11:30 - 12:30 pm for a joint Button making session. All items to create your Pride button will be provided.

Please also join us in WEL 205 from 2:00 - 5:00 pm for a joint BSSE (Black Student Support and Engagement) and FYE (First-Year Experience) Pride Movie Night to celebrate Queer Identity.

Movie: Moon Light - "Moonlight recounts the story of a young African - American man who grapples with his identity and sexuality while experiencing the everyday struggles of childhood, adolescence, and burgeoning adulthood".

Join us for an evening of community building and social gathering!

*Light refreshments will be provided.

Link to Register

The BSSE Page Turners Book Club is back for the summer!! Join us for bi-weekly sessions (starting on June 8th), to discuss intergenerational themes regarding our community, as well as self-identity. This Summer, we’ll be reading "We Are Not Like Them" by Christine Pride & Jo Piazza. Register to receive your FREE COPY + join us for weekly discussions. Registration closes on May 25th! To register click here.

Have you been feeling overwhelmed or unable to cope with physical, mental, or any emotional pressure? These can all be signs of stress. Join us and learn more about how to identify signs of stress and tips on how to manage it. 

Topic: Stress Management 

Register Here

Advocating for yourself can be a difficult thing for most people, especially if you have lived your entire life believing that something unacceptable is acceptable. If you are one of those people, or you know someone who is, join us to explore various strategies for promoting change and self-advocacy in your life.

Topic: Self-Advocacy 

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed with your financial situation? Feeling as if you are struggling to make ends meet or to find methods that will result in concrete financial change? Join us as we dive into discussing financial wellness, including how it can impact our mental and physical health, as well as different methods that can help to get us back on track.

Topic: Financial Wellness 

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Have you heard that The BASE is getting a new name?! We are so excited to share the details with you! Join us on Mar 28, 2022 at 12:30-1:00 pm to discuss all the upcoming changes happening here at the BASE! We hope to see you all there!

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A supportive community of like-minded self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development and many more! 

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A supportive community of self-Identifying Black men conceptualizing ideas, sharing stories and experiences while holding each other accountable. During sessions we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development and more! 

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

Topic: Present Like a Boss

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This panel discussion, hosted by Social Entrepreneur Kym Niles, brings Black community leaders directly to the classroom to dispel myths and stereotypes. In this conversation style event, 3 professionals – a(n) entrepreneur, corporate professional, and international student - share their experiences overcoming systemic barriers, navigating their career paths, and managing their mental health and well-being in their pursuits. 

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Are you aware of the many benefits of moving your body? Unsure about how much daily exercise, or movement your body needs? Join us to learn more! 

Topic: Exercise and Movement 

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Are you interested in learning more about how to get your body moving? Join us for a virtual exercise class led by a Humber Fitness Coach. Featuring a virtual tour of Humber’s Athletic Centre. 

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A supportive community of like-minded self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development and many more! 

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Join Lakeshore Arts and visual alchemist, Stylo Starr in the Parts of Many: A Collage Healing Circle for the Black Community. 

Date: March 10, 2022 | 6:00-8:00pm | Zoom | FREE Admission

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In honor of Black Mental Health, we are hosting a mental health discussion featuring mental health author, facilitator and speaker, Stephanie Jones. If you would like to learn more about the importance of addressing Black Mental Health, please join the discussion. 

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Stephanie’s Socials: 

• https://twitter.com/StephJonesBSc 
• https://www.instagram.com/stephaniejonesmentalhealth/ 

A supportive community of self-Identifying Black men conceptualizing ideas, sharing stories and experiences while holding each other accountable. During sessions we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development and more!

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

Topic: Multiple Choice 

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Black mental health day is dedicated to raising awareness about the harms of anti-Black racism on mental health while mobilizing efforts in support of better mental health. Mental health does not discriminate; it can affect anyone. End the Stigma now.

Register to join the conversation happening on March 10th, 2022 at 1pm. 

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A culmination of the workshop series – participants will have a chance to share their original poems (at least one written during the workshop series) for the open mic-style competition. 

Please email us at thebase@humber.ca for link to join.

Join Lakeshore Arts and poet Tramar Anderson for the Practicing Resiliency in White Space. 

Date: March 3, 2022 | 5:30-7:30pm | Zoom | FREE Admission

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As part of Black Heritage Month events, join UofGH and Brampton City Councillor Charmaine Williams on February 28 at 1 p.m. for a Virtual Coffee Chat hosted by Careers and Placement Services. Councilllor Williams will talk about her career journey, successes and challenges as a Black woman and politician. All students, staff and faculty of the UofGH, Humber and University of Guelph communities are invited to attend. Register here.

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community.

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A supportive community of like-minded self-identifying Black women sharing stories, experiences, and resources. We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development and many more! 

Topic: The Politics of Black Hair  

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An opportunity for attendees to learn about Black Heritage and how our culture has transformed over generations. This is also an opportunity for students to relax afterwards with games concerning Black Heritage.  

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A supportive community of self-Identifying Black men conceptualizing ideas, sharing stories and experiences while holding each other accountable. During sessions we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development and more! 

Topic: Black Male Leaders 

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community.

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Indigenous Education and Engagement & The BASE presents Niniwag Night & Kings Gathering Knowledge is Strength (Featuring Keynote Justin Holness). Justin Holness is an artist, entrepreneur and founder of TR1BE Academy. 

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community.

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An opportunity for attendees of two of our staple programming (Kings Gathering & Circle of Queens) to come together for rich discussions, peer learning, and networking. 

Topic: Let Your Voice Be Heard: The Black Experience in Education

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Get the most out of your studies with these learning skills workshops: Learning Preference, Calm & Confident Test Prep and Test-taking, Memory and Concentration, Stress Management, Time Management, Money Management, Presentation Skills, Notetaking Skills, Multiple Choice Tips, Digital Learning, Working in Groups.

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For students to engage with the art of creative writing and performance; encouraging students to exercise their writing and communication skills, while building confidence, accountability, and community. 

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Join us every Tuesday for our virtual Book Club! We are inviting all Black identifying Humber and Guelph-Humber students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session will discuss and tackle intergenerational topics and themes regarding our community and self-identity. Registration is required!

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Welcome to Kings Gathering! Kings Gathering is a brave and supportive space for self-identifying Black men to essential inspire, empower and thrive together. You would not want to miss the opportunity to have discussions and connect with our community.

Join us on Thursday, September 23th @4:00 pm for our first gathering of the semester! Topic: (SPORTS FEVER)

Get to know our Advising & Career Services Staff as they sit down for a casual chat with our Career Centre Assistant, to discuss career success tips! Careers.humber.ca

Highlighting books from our collection written by authors from the toronto BIPOC community.

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Highlighting books and movies from our collection related to Black Filmmakers of Hollywood. We will feature it in the Humber Communique and have a place visible on our website. This is in relation to the Oscars event (April 26, 2021).

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Humber Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre, along with The BASE presents a Fireside Chat with Quentin VerCetty. Engage in a lively virtual conversation about Black heritage in the Etobicoke community with local historians and artist. Learn about their stories and lived experiences as they candidly share their ups and downs and the lessons they have learned.

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Humber Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre, along with The BASE presents a Fireside Chat with Channon Oyeniran. Engage in a lively virtual conversation about Black heritage in the Etobicoke community with local historians and artist. Learn about their stories and lived experiences as they candidly share their ups and downs and the lessons they have learned.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We are spilling the tea every other Thursday at 11:45am-12:15pm. Catch the conversation on Instagram @thebasehumber as we discuss various hot topics.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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Humber Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre, along with The BASE presents a Fireside Chat with Natasha Henry. Engage in a lively virtual conversation about Black heritage in the Etobicoke community with local historians and artist. Learn about their stories and lived experiences as they candidly share their ups and downs and the lessons they have learned.

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During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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Workshop Objectives:

- Awareness of discrimination in Canada

- Development of attitudes and skills for dealing effectively with discrimination

- Knowledge of community resources for helping newcomers to address discrimination

We are spilling the tea every other Thursday at 11:45am-12:15pm. Catch the conversation on Instagram @thebasehumber as we discuss various hot topics.

Explore the passionate pursuits of Black women entrepreneurs in the documentary “She Did That.” Install the free Netflix Party extension for Google Chrome, grab your favourite movie snacks, and check your email on the day of the event for a link to join the party! Register for the event here.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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This educational workshop will focus on understanding history while allowing you to connect with others through music, spoken word, guest speakers and trivia. We invite you to join us and learn and be empowered by the stories of Afro-Caribbean-American-Canadian history.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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On Monday March 8th, the University of Guelph-Humber, Career & Placement Services will be recognizing female professionals on International Women's Day.

Women in Leadership – Monday, March 8, 2021

Join industry professionals from various fields to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities they have experienced throughout their career.  

Power Chats

10:30am - Nigela Purboo - Founder, Onyx Initiative
11:15am - Maria-Leena Clarke - Executive Director, Canada Basketball Foundation

Power Hour Networking

12:00pm-1:00pm - Join students, alumni, faculty, staff and employer partners for breakout sessions to network across all fields and industries

Join for the entire event, or log in at the time indicated for the session(s) of interest. 

Register Here: https://womeninleadership_u_gh.eventbrite.ca

Highlighting books, music and streaming videos from our collection related to the Black Women in Music. Will feature in the Communique and have a place visible on our website. This is in relation to International Women's Day.

Check out our collection here!

During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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Join The BASE, Humber Libraries and Seneca Student Life presents a Virtual Author Meet & Greet  with Eternity Martis, author of "They Said This Would Be Fun: Race, Campus Life, and Growing Up". This is an exclusive FREE event that is open to The BASE Page Turner book club members, and members of the public who have read the book to join.

Join Here: http://bit.ly/MeetAuthor04

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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Honouring multiple identities and in recognition of Black Mental Health Day, please join Accessible Learning Services in welcoming guest speaker Dr. Stephanie Fearon. Register here for the event.

We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join us in our Virtual Round Table Talk!

Join us as we watch episode one of a four-part series of Self-Made on Netflix. This Netflix series based on a true story follows an African American as she rises from poverty to build the first female self-made millionaire. A Canadian Netflix login is required along with the Netflix Party extension (now called Teleparty). A group discussion will follow the viewing.

Workshop Objectives:

- To examine your positionality within equity work

- To understand the Determinants of Health and its importance to Anti-oppression (EDI) practice

- To examine how equity can be centred in building Healthy and Inclusive Communities within (Access and Equity: Students & Employees; Curriculum and Programs, Campus Culture and Communication and Engagement)

We are spilling the tea every other Thursday at 11:45am-12:15pm. Catch the conversation on Instagram @thebasehumber as we discuss various hot topics.

The Media and Communication Studies Program invites you to join four outstanding leaders in the Canadian media, who will share their experiences as Black media professionals and answer your questions about amplifying diverse voices, tackling racial discrimination and thriving in a successful career.

While aimed particularly at Media students, all are welcome to attend, whether they are members of the Black community or active allies.

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Humber Presents our former students and alumni in a music industry roundtable. Kibwe Thomas, Allison Au, and Juan Carlos Medranos speak with Faculty member Dave Niell about their experiences working in music.

Register Here for Zoom Link:HumberAlumni.eventbrite.com

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community.

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

Humber Music presents 5 time Grammy Award winner Antonio Sanchez, and 2021 Grammy Nominee Thana Alexa in Concert for Artist in Residence Week! Moderated by Humber Faculty and Snarky Puppy band member, Larnell Lewis

Register Here for Zoom Link: AntonioThana.eventbrite.com

Humber Presents Faculty Spotlight: Bandleader Panel. Humber boasts incredible facutly making new music. This inaugural session features: Dione Taylor, Guitar Department Head Jocelyn Gould, Amanda Tosoff, and Program Coordinator Composition Post-Grad Certificate Nancy Walker presented in conversation to talk about all things "bandleader." Moderated by Academic Program Manager, Hannah Burgé Luviano.

Register here for Zoom Link: HumberFaculty.eventbrite.com

During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

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What does it mean to be a man in the 21st century? How does culture and music inform one's manhood? Join an interactive discussion on music, culture and masculinity hosted by The BASE and IE&E.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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Through an intersectional lens, participants in this session will:

• Identify and discuss the current challenges in professional environments experienced by Black professionals and the barriers that exists to addressing them

• Increase understanding of the concept of resiliency and its relevance for Black professionals in the work and learning environment

• Share tools and techniques that support the activation of resilience for Black community within the work and learning environment

We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community.

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

Join us for our Tea Talk Thursdays on Instagram from 11:45-12:15 @thebasehumber as we tackle the Relationships and the Mind.

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• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community.

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

Humber Libraries is proud to promote the Black Excellence Conference 2021 by highlighting Black Entrepreneurship. Check out Humber Libraries for some good reads!

We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join us in our Virtual Round Table Talk! 

Virtually drop in and hang out with the gang!

Choose A Time

• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We invite Black Identifying Humber & Guelph-Humber Students to take part in our virtual book club. Each session in the month of February is dedicated to unpacking shared themes and topics related to our identity and community. 

Registration is required!

Link: http://bit.ly/BASEbookform

During sessions, we discuss relevant hot topics including self & group identity, relationships and family, health and wellness, personal and professional development, and more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

Microsoft Teams Link  

Choose A Time

• 12:00 PM - 3:00PM

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We explore a variety of relevant hot topics such as self & group identity, relationships & family, health & wellness, personal & professional development, and many more!

Join Us In Our Virtual Round Table Talk!

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Choose A Time

• 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
• 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
• 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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