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HREO launches Black History Month at Queen’s

Written on February 4, 2022. Posted in News.

The Human Rights and Equity Office (HREO) kicked off Black History Month at Queen’s with an opening ceremony on Feb. 1. Moderated by Jeremiah Marshall, HREO inclusion & anti-racism advisor, the event included a panel discussion on Black health and wellness featuring Celina Caesar-Chavannes,...

‘February is the month of Black History Month, but it’s also the month of love’

Written on February 26, 2021. Posted in Lifestyle, Student Life.

This article contains words from the video “Black Women Dating at Predominantly White Institutions,” but is by no means a comprehensive summary of the diverse scope of its content. Nicole Osayande, ArtSci ’21, launched her YouTube channel and digital community, Black Beauty Tech, this week....

Queen’s Student Diversity Project shines spotlight on Black identities in fashion

Written on February 26, 2021. Posted in Arts.

For years, Black artists have been criticized for fashion choices that are now celebrated in the mainstream. Fatou Tounkara, ArtSci’21, is challenging that narrative. She’s president of the Queen’s Student Diversity Project (QSDP), a club created in 2017 with the aim of increasing and promoting...

QBAS celebrates Blackness this Black History Month

Written on February 26, 2021. Posted in News.

This month, Queen’s Black Academic Society (QBAS) is celebrating Blackness and fostering productive discussions about Blackness at Queen’s. There are a series of virtual events happening on campus to celebrate Black History Month (BHM) this year, many of which were organized by QBAS. QBAS hosted...

Crafting equitable curricula with care

Written on February 26, 2021. Posted in Features.

Alana Butler believes that as classrooms from kindergarten to post-secondary become more diverse, it’s crucial for teachers to consider the unique needs of all students—especially racialized students. “Teachers, in [the faculty of] education in particular, have a responsibility towards cultural...

Black History Month opens dialogue on reclaiming resiliency

Written on February 13, 2020. Posted in News.

The annual Black History Month (BHM) opening ceremony was hosted in the Renaissance Event Venue on Feb. 2 by the African & Caribbean Students’ Association (ACSA) and Queen’s Black Academic Society (QBAS). According to ACSA President Bunisha Samuels, BHM’s theme this year is ‘From Past to Present.’ “One...

Black History Month events conclude

Written on March 1, 2019. Posted in News.

While Black History Month has ended, student clubs are aiming to keep its message relevant. Since Jan. 27, Queen’s campus hosted events spotlighting the valuable presence of Black identities on campus. Queen’s Black Academic Society (QBAS) and African Caribbean Student Association (ACSA), worked together...

Celebrating the excellence of Robert Sutherland

Written on February 14, 2019. Posted in News.

Every day, students walk by Robert Sutherland Hall on their way to class, but few are aware of the building’s historic legacy. The African and Caribbean Students’ Association (ACSA) wants to remedy that disconnect. This year, the Kingston-wide theme for Black History Month (BHM) is “Black Excellence:...

Being Black, queer, and hopeful for our future

Written on February 14, 2019. Posted in Lifestyle, Postscript.

I found it difficult to connect with other men during high school because I didn’t feel masculine enough to fit in, even when we shared similar interests. Nonetheless, I was still able to make some male friends and I’d like to imagine we had fairly decent relationships. But I faced a significant issue...

ACSA hosts High Commissioner of Jamaica

Written on February 12, 2019. Posted in News.

This past weekend, the High Commissioner of Jamaica to Canada paid a visit to Queen’s campus. On Feb. 9, the African Caribbean Student’s Association (ACSA) hosted the High Commissioner, Janice Miller, at the University Club as part of Black History Month. “I consider it a rare privilege to be able...

Personalizing Black History Month

Written on February 8, 2019. Posted in Lifestyle, Postscript.

Mental illness doesn’t stop for any occasion. I’ve spent birthdays and family vacations playing tug of war with depression, anxiety, and ADHD. I’ve found myself immobilized by fear minutes before leaving my house because the mere idea of being in a room full of people was overwhelming. Try as I may, events...

Round-up: Black History Month at Queen’s

Written on March 16, 2018. Posted in News.

For African and Caribbean Students’ Association (ACSA) co-president Elorm Vowotor, Black History Month is a time to highlight “the stories, the history, [and] the struggles” of Black individuals. This year, their theme for Black History Month was “Resilience,” which the student-run group on campus...

The forgotten legacies of Queen’s Black medical students

Written on March 2, 2018. Posted in Features.

In 1918, the Queen’s Faculty of Medicine implemented a ban on the admittance of Black students. Although some completed their education at Queen’s, a number of students at the time were forced to find new schools. On the Queen’s Encyclopedia, the story goes that the expulsion was a reaction to the...

‘For the Culture’ event brings Black History Month to Ale

Written on February 9, 2018. Posted in News.

To kick off Black History Month, Ale House hosted its first ever ‘For the Culture’ event to celebrate Black culture and history as well as raise $2,000 for Black student scholarships. The event took place on Feb. 1 after being advertised throughout that week by two members of the Queen’s Football...

Rap provides outlet for students on campus

Written on February 8, 2018. Posted in Features.

At Queen’s, the rap and hip-hop scene has created a platform for students to discuss their university experience, specifically from the perspective of racialized students. Rap music hit mainstream culture in the late 70s and has evolved from a genre based on simple and fun lyricism to appeal to a...

Unveiling history

Written on February 16, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

This Black History Month is particularly special for me as it’s the first time I’ve explored the wonders of Black history on my own. Throughout my high school experience, I always felt there was a severe lack of Black history being taught to students, so I made it a personal goal of mine to learn...

During Black History Month, other communities of colour can join in solidarity

Written on February 16, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

Every person of colour is affected by systems of racism and oppression, but not all of us are affected by racism in the same way. Black History Month is a time to reflect on the history of slavery, segregation, Black heritage and culture and more. But for other communities of colour, it should...

Being under the magnifying glass

Written on February 16, 2017. Posted in Lifestyle.

I think Black History Month has always been a semi-awkward time for me. Having gone to predominantly white schools for the majority of my life, I’m used to being the only Black girl in most of my classes. So, when February rolls around there’s always this ominous cloud of pressure, and “responsibility”...

Queen's alum: Olympic athlete and Justice

Written on March 1, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

Former Gael and Olympic athlete Justice Hugh Fraser, is nothing short of an honorable man. From a young age, Fraser, ArtSci ’74, had a strong connection with Queen’s. His father was one of the first black students to graduate from Queen’s Faculty of Law in the mid-1950s. At the time, the newly-created...

Spoken word artist opens up conversation about blackface

Written on March 1, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

In 2005, a white Queen’s student painted her face black for a “Miss Ethiopia” Halloween costume. After a picture of her circulated online, outrage ensued, but it still seems that a story arises every October about someone else donning blackface. Nirosha Balakumar, ArtSci ’19, was drawn to the issue...

Robert Sutherland’s lasting legacy

Written on February 26, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

Robert Sutherland’s enrolment at Queen’s was and continues to be a significant part of the school’s history. As someone who’s remembered not only for surpassing Canadian milestones, but saving Queen’s during a crucial financial crisis, Sutherland is among the university’s most notable alumni. Born...

Beyoncé’s “Formation” isn’t perfect, but it’s empowering

Written on February 25, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

After releasing the music video for her latest single “Formation”, Beyoncé has gotten her fair share of both praise and criticism. Critics quickly took to their respective platforms to condemn Beyoncé’s latest track, calling it anti-police and needlessly political. And there’s no doubt that “Formation”...

A step into African culture

Written on February 11, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

By no means would I ever label myself a dancer. As a child, even with the effort and support of my parents — and the trial and error of every form of dance under the sun — it just never worked out. Many kids are blessed with the ability to move gracefully to a beat, but not me. I was the kid at...

Jamaican coconut bread

Written on February 9, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

Black History Month serves as a reminder of the importance of appreciating and exploring other cultures — and honestly, there’s nothing that brings people together quite like food. This month, I decided to explore a recipe in Jamaican cuisine provided by a good friend of mine. This recipe for coconut...

Kasa-vubu a versatile talent

Written on February 9, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

When committing to Queen’s, Geneviève Kasa-vubu admitted that the university’s lack of diversity made her hesitate. “I kind of just took it as a challenge,” she said. “Sometimes it [the lack of diversity] does bother you, but I’m too busy to feed myself into that.” Read more at QJLongform.com.

The importance of Black History Month

Written on February 2, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

Earlier this year, I experienced possibly the most awkward first date of my life. My date asked me why a club like the African Caribbean Students’ Association (ACSA) existed. He then proceeded to state that it’s the same thing as having a “White person’s club”. Read more at QJLongform.com.

Alumni first female electoral commissioner of Ghana

Written on February 2, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

This summer, Charlotte Osei, LLM’95, was sworn in as the first female chair of the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana. Read more at QJLongform.com.

A one-woman show

Written on February 2, 2016. Posted in Lifestyle.

Ruth Oketch has the kind of infectious smile that makes it almost impossible not to smile back. Though only in second year, she appears confident and self-assured, and has already achieved a great deal of success in a number of campus plays and musicals. Read more at QJLongform.com.

Black History Month tells untold stories

Written on February 3, 2015. Posted in News.

The opening ceremony for Black History Month offered Afro-Caribe food, a display of Afro-Caribbean art and discussion of the importance of black lives and history to Canada. The third annual ceremony was held at the Renaissance Centre on Queen St. at 6 p.m. on Feb. 1, with approximately 120 people...

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