UNIVERSITY NEWS | Join the Office of Black Student Services for Mbongi Week. Also known as, Black Freshman Welcome, this event marks the Black Community’s first event of the school year and an opportunity for Black faculty, staff and students to embrace the newest class of future leaders.
Community Prayer Circle
Monday, August 26 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Sculpture Garden/Bluff Area
The Community Prayer Circle is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to gather and pray in any faith tradition. Just as we close-out the year with Kente Graduation, we pray for a peaceful and prosperous academic year.
The Black Family Gathering & Resource Fair
Tuesday, August 27 | 5 to 7 p.m. | O’Malley Grass
The Black Family Gathering & Resource Fair is an opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to connect on a personal level, play games, and fellowship. There will also be several on-campus resource and service-providers present to connect with students and market various opportunities.
Mbongi: Call to Community
Wednesday, August 28 | 5 to 7 p.m. | O’Malley Grass
The Mbongi Ceremony and Dinner is the official welcome for new Black students, faculty, and staff.
The Black Family Dialogue
Thursday, August 29 | 6 to 8 p.m. | VDA Welcome Center
Join in the conversation to guide Community priorities for the academic year. Refreshments provided.
