On Oct. 6th, the University of Ottawa organized a Black Excellence Gala, hosted by the vice-provost for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
Black Student Leaders Association
A panel of experts discuss the systemic oppression perpetuated by law enforcement institutions.
The University of Ottawa’s Black talent and achievements were on display at this year’s gala, reminding us that the Black experience deserves recognition.
On Feb. 21, the University of Ottawa Students’ Union (UOSU) Executive Oversight Committee (EOC) released a report detailing a delay in remuneration for artists who performed in the Black Student Leaders Association (BSLA) and UOSU produced Black Expression event on July 18, 2020.
“It’s essential to keep in mind that even though we cannot change our past, we can make our future more inclusive and hopefully learn lessons for the future.”
The University of Ottawa announced on Thursday evening that it had appointed professor Boulou Ebanda de B’béri as the university’s first special advisor on anti-racism and inclusion.
“The very presence of more Black folk validates the [new President’s Action Committee for an Anti-Racist and Inclusive Campus] and validates Frémont’s inaction. Any validation for the University of Ottawa to move forward with the committee is a step against systemic change for anti-Black racism at the University of Ottawa,” said Jamal Koulmiye-Boyce.
The Black Leaders Student Association made an energetic and warm-hearted impression during their annual “Soulful Expressions” talent showcase on Friday night in the University Centre’s Alumni Auditorium.
Friday’s Soul Expressions, an annual talent night organized by the Black Student Leaders Association, was not only about showcasing talent from the black community but also about looking to the future.
Three campus organizations come together for Black History Month to spread the message and open the dialogue on black discrimination.
Student performs for the first time at Soulful Expressions on Feb. 8 Photo by Julia Riddle “People don’t understand,” says Sakinna Gairey. “I get a lot of questions during February like, ‘Why can’t we have a White History Month?’ and I’m just like, ‘Because the whole rest of the year’s about you.’” Gairey, a first-year …
