[BFASA] It's a Party in ASP, Yea!
Victorino Moreira
victor.moreira at ucr.edu
Thu May 18 11:24:22 PDT 2023
African Student Programs
Let's Get to It!
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It's week 7 and everything is going great! We only have a few weeks left in the quarter and we want you to leave on a high note! Look at all the great resources below!
Upcoming African Student Programs Events & Experiences
RSAC/DC Information
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Looking for new leadership opportunities? Want to have a say in advocating for the Black community? Learn about what it takes to be a RSAC & Diversity Council Representative from current rep, Aalani Richardson!
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It's time for Black excellence, opulence, and more! Make sure you RSVP to ASP's 2nd annual, Black Opulence Ball, happening this Saturday, May 20th starting at 8p! This is your opportunity to step out in style. Food, music, and more will be provided. RSVP here<https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=e9a608177d&e=d4783c7882>.
Unity Hour
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ASP is up! Join us for Ethnic & Gender Centers Unity Hour tomorrow, May 3rd starting at 1:15p! This is your chance to learn about ASP, our scholars, and the great work that we’re doing in our Center! Be prepared to de-stress with games, laughter, and more!
More Graduate Scholar Programming!
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Calling all Black graduate scholars! More opportunities just for you all! Grad Time Selfcare for E&G Graduate Students is a series designed to provide graduate students with a space to network, de-stress, & feel more connected with their peers through comunidad (community) & culture. This space would be open for individuals to receive massage therapy, enjoy a free-flowing space to speak on mental health and have engaging activities designed for students to connect over their shared background, such as culturally relevant games, art, and puzzles geared towards stress relief.
Black Student Success Coordinator Office Hours for Week 7 & 8!
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Having academic troubles? Trying to get into a class? Wanting to figure out what to do to be fully enrolled? Make sure you tap-in with our Black Student Success Coordinator, Victor, located in ASP! We want to see you thrive this quarter!
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BlaqOut Discussion Group!
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The BlaqOUT Discussion Group is for same-gender-loving, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and/or questioning students who identity as Black/African American or of African descent. The group offers a space to come together and discuss community and life issues as well as shared experiences. BlaqOUT meets every Wednesday at 3pm at the LGBTRC. For more information, please email kade.lukiyo at ucr.edu<mailto:kade.lukiyo at ucr.edu>
Office of Foster Youth Support Services Presents: Voices & Visions
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Upcoming Campus Partner Events & Programs
Black Mermaids, History, & Spirituality
Black Mermaids, History, & Spirituality
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Did you know that we have outstanding faculty and staff who are doing amazing work here and beyond! Check out this awesome article <https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=8887e983c6&e=d4783c7882> by Professor Jalondra Davis, our resident mermaid expert, who discusses the history of Black mermaids and more.
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The WRC and LGBTRC are co-sponsoring Reproductive Justice trainings by SisterSong<https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=203eb8818c&e=d4783c7882> with a 1 hour presentation! The Tuesday, May 23rd & Thursday, May 25th 8-hour training is limited to 22 guests. Dinner will be provided. Attendees must attend both (Tues & Thurs) sessions. RSVP will be required. We would like to open this invite to the Women's Health Committee.To learn more about SisterSong, please visit their website<https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=471093d9db&e=d4783c7882> or see the third attachment.
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The WRC and LGBTRC are co-sponsoring Reproductive Justice trainings by SisterSong<https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=c98c10a807&e=d4783c7882> with a 1 hour presentation! The Tuesday, May 23rd & Thursday, May 25th 8-hour training is limited to 22 guests. Dinner will be provided. Attendees must attend both (Tues & Thurs) sessions. RSVP will be required. We would like to open this invite to the Women's Health Committee.To learn more about SisterSong, please visit their website<https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=3fe352856d&e=d4783c7882> or see the third attachment.
Participate in Research Opportunity with UCR School of Medicine!
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The College Tour - Did You Peep Our Own Black Scholar, DeWayne Wallace?!
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It’s been four months since UCR’s episode of The College Tour debuted! Check out Omega Psi Phi Sigma Eta Chapter's very own DeWayne Wallace's Finding Community Segment.
Academic and Financial Resources
Youth Health and Development Lab
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UCR Youth Health and Development Lab is tudying risk and resilience among Black youth who have faced experiences with the juvenile justice system. If you are a young person (age 12-17) or know of someone in Southern California who recently encountered the justice system or police, we would love to hear your story!
The Highlander Union Presents: The Cultural Events Fund
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Are you planning a cultural event in the near future? Would your team benefit from additional financial contributions to your cultural program? Look no further! The Highlander Union is proud to present the Cultural Events Fund!
The CEF supports events at UC Riverside with a cultural significance that enhances our vibrant diverse community! If you are part of a student organization or department that has future events with such emphasis coming up, please apply as soon as possible! Application guidelines and restrictions are listed at hub.ucr.edu. For more information, please visit our website under the Highlander Union tab. Groups may receive grants up to $3,000!
If you have any questions, please email geovanny.perez at ucr.edu
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As graduation season fast approaches us, the Financial Wellness Program is offering two student loan repayment workshops: one for students who have taken out a federal loan and another one for students with a DREAM loan. I've attached the flyers to this email. Please share with your students and tag us on social media
Scholar Spotlight
We have Black scholars in our very own community who are doing amazing things and we need to ensure that we celebrate one another! If you have an achievement that you conquered, let us know! Hit the link<https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=7cddc317e7&e=d4783c7882> below: https://forms.gle/PGRBobXduiCocKLRA
Job Opportunities
Apply for internships on INTERN XL!
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Interested in securing an internship? Looking for job opportunities? UC-Riverside just secured a partnership with Intern XL, a Black-owned platform that looks to amplify career opportunities and readiness for Black scholars! Visit the link: InternXL.org/UCR! Here's a few jobs available right now:
$19/hr - $25/hr - Design Intern
$15/hr - $20/hr - Field Marketing Intern
$15/hr - $20/hr - External Communications Intern
$15/hr - $20/hr - Social Media Intern
$20/hr - Marketing Intern
$18/hr - Finance Analyst
$25/hr - Market Risk Management
$18/hr - Business Operations
$18/hr - Finance Operations
$17/hr - Technology Partner Success
$17/hr - $25/hr - Software Engineering Intern
$17/hr - $25/hr - Software Engineering Co-op
$18/hr - $20/hr - Technology Inter
$20/hr - Web Developer Intern
$20/hr - QA Engineering
Interested in becoming a mentor/mentee?
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CALLING ALL UNDERCLASS SCHOLARS!
If you are new to campus and looking for a mentor, consider becoming a Sankofa Program mentee. This is an amazing way to get plugged into the community and development your leadership skills! We would love to have you join in on the fun! Hit the link below to sign-up.
CALLING ALL UPPERCLASS SCHOLARS!
If you've been looking for an opportunity to give back to the community. Consider being a mentor. These paid positions are an amazing way to connect, uplift, and gain experience in leadership positions. We would love to have you join in on the fun!
Got Feedback for ASP? Let us know! How can we better serve you?
African Student Programs is always open to receiving feedback to make your scholar experience better! If we're missing the mark, exceeding expectations, and/or need improvement, let us know. Hit the link<https://ucr.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cded6753e0365a081e708dc80&id=58948bced6&e=d4783c7882> below: https://forms.gle/PGRBobXduiCocKLRA
Do You Want to Make an Addition to Our Newsletter?
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