Bucknell University was abuzz with anticipation as we had the privilege of welcoming back Ibiyinka Alao, the UN Cultural Ambassador of Art from Nigeria. It was a delightful experience to reconnect with Alao, especially after our first interview with him… Read moreExploring Black Joy Through Art and Storytelling: An Interview with Ibiyinka Alao
As the curtains close on another spectacular Black Art Fest, we find ourselves reflecting on the culmination of this vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community. The grand finale, Stomp Out, was a testament to the talent and unity that… Read moreStomp Out: Celebrating the History of the Divine 9
On February 23, 2024, the Bucknell Black Student Union (BSU) once again captivated audiences with their thirteenth annual Fashion Show. Under the theme of “Young, Gifted, and Black,” the event was a celebration of Black excellence, creativity, and resilience. As… Read moreShowcasing and Embracing Blackness: A Reflection on Black Arts Fest and the Thirteenth
The Griot sponsored luncheon event that marked the conclusion of this years Martin Luther King Week, titled “Where Do We Go from Here,” provided a crucial platform for addressing actionable steps toward equality within Bucknell University. As participants gathered to… Read moreM.L.K Week Community Lunch
Black Arts Fest Week at Bucknell University commenced in full force with a vibrant kickoffbrunch on February 18th, 2024. Hosted by the Black Student Union (BSU), this thirteenth annual tradition brought together Black students and allies from neighboring organizations for… Read moreCelebrating Black Excellence: Kickoff Brunch Marks the Start of Black Arts Fest
Lecture: Joy and Pain, the Representations of Black Life from Slavery through the Gilded Age On October 3, 2023, the campus of Bucknell University hosted Erica Armstrong Dunbar, an esteemed American Historian from Rutgers University. Her lecture on the representations… Read moreErica Dunbar: Lecture
