CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH
BLACK SCHOLARS NEWSLETTER
April 8, 2025
The Black Scholars Newsletter shares dynamic, informative, and empowering stories that uplift, encourage, and inspire our community.
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| | | 5th Annual Black Alumni Scholarship Gala | | | | |
We are thrilled to announce our 5th Annual Black Alumni Scholarship Gala is Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 6-9PM! This prestigious event will honor the remarkable achievements and contributions of Long Beach State students, community members, and more. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details on ticket sales and sponsorship opportunities. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Read more here.
| | Women's History Month Recap | | Womxn of Color Conference | | |
By Monet Jenkins
The Womxn of Color Leadership Conference is an annual one-day conference at California State University, Long Beach to honor and celebrate women of color students. This empowering event brings together students, faculty, and staff to celebrate and uplift the voices of women from diverse backgrounds. Taking place at the University Student Union at CSULB, this conference builds on leadership skills and provides personal growth opportunities through meaningful discussions, workshops, and insights from accomplished speakers. By equipping attendees with the necessary tools and motivation to excel as leaders in their academic, professional, and personal lives, this conference offers a space to encourage students to become leaders throughout their future.
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By Monet Jenkins
Meet Alexis Pope a fourth-year student at California State University, Long Beach pursuing a major in Nutrition and Dietetics with a minor in Health Science. After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, she plans to pursue a Master’s in Public Health. From there she will continue her career in research in health equity. One fun fact about Alexis is she is from Northern California and grew up in Sacramento before coming to CSULB.
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| | Black Consciousness Conference | | Black to the Future: Life After College | | |
By Emmanuel Okereke
The 44th Annual Black Consciousness Conference at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB) which was held on March 15, 2025 was an event which celebrated the university’s ongoing dedication to nurturing an inclusive and thriving Black community. The theme of this year's conference was Black to the Future: Life After College, which aimed to prepare students on how to navigate life and achieve success after graduating from college.
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| | | The Art of Healthy Living | | Why We Should Cleanse at the beginning of Spring | | |
By Mark Kelly
Often, a seasonal detox is recommended to support the body during the change of seasons as a strategy to maintain good health and boost the immune system. We’ve all been there, especially during the Winter holidays; constantly working overtime, running from event to event, holiday shopping through grueling traffic, eating fast food just to stay on schedule. The body naturally recruits these qualities when it’s cold to insulate us from the harsh, dry, and bitter characteristics of Winter. However, as the mountain snow begins to melt, daily temperatures increase and spring blooms, these same kapha attributes also begin to express themselves in nature. If not reduced or eliminated from the body these conditions can overwhelm our internal system during warmer weather. This is why many people often suffer from allergies and Springtime colds. If the excess kapha (congestion, mucus, etc.) and ama (toxins) collected during the previous season is not released, optimal health will not flourish.
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By Saniya Debose
Hey Beach family! Spring has sprung, so let me cue you in to some upcoming ASI events!
Marvel fan? Movies on the House: Guardians of the Galaxy in the Beach 6 pm on April 8, 2025.
K-Pop fan? K-Pop Party on April 11, 2025, on the Southwest Terrace at 11 am.
Into Y2K? Trivia Tunes: Y2K might be for you. USU 105 at 5 pm on April 17, 2025.
Play Overwatch? In the E-Sports Lounge on April 18, 2025, there will be an Overwatch Tournament at 5:30 pm. Check out the link here to see the qualifiers.
Learning to cook? Go to Pass the Plate: Vegetarian Ramen at the Beach Kitchen April 24, 2025, at 10:30 am! Space is limited, so RSVP here.
Thank you so much for reading. Enjoy your Spring Break. Take that nap. Go to the beach. I’ll see you when we get back. As always, if you’d like to see other events going on, check out the CSULB ASI Event Calendar!
| | | | Twin Educators Showcase the Impact of the Long Beach College Promise |
CSULB alumni Martel (left), and his twin brother, Markel (right), graduated in 2019, but now are back at The Beach pursuing their master's degrees.
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| | CSULB Village Gospel Concert | |
On March 1, 2025, CSULB concluded their first Gospel Music Week with a community performance at Bethany Church, bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni and local singers. The event was led by Gospel artist Ananias "Markey" Montague and supported by CSULB choral director Jonathan Talberg.
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| | Become a Black Scholars Volunteer | |
The Black Scholars Program invites any community member who would like to help us with upcoming programming including campus tours, tabling events, and the annual gala to sign up as an official CSULB volunteer. Use the link here to make an account and designate your interest in the Black Alumni Scholars Program. We will make updates as new volunteer opportunities become available, and look forward to working with you!
Sign Up Here!
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Dates: Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
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Black Student Union
General Body Meetings
| Join Black Student Union at their Spring General Body Meetings! Whether you're looking to get involved, support your peers, or simply engage in meaningful conversation, we welcome all voices and perspectives. | | | |
NAACP Scholarship
Applications
| Our scholarships range in award amount, academic interests, and age. Whether you are a graduating high school senior or early in your professional career, we are pleased to provide financial opportunities and recognition to assist with collegiate and post-educational endeavors. | | |
Application Deadline: Friday, April 11, 2025
Check Out Scholarship Details Here
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Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: The Pointe
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Black Student Union
2nd Annual Spring Formal
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Come join us for our Masquerade Spring Formal! Tickets are on sale for $10 until April 7, 2025. Starting April 8, 2025 tickets will go up. We can't wait to see you dance the night away. See you soon!
Purchase Tickets Here
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Volunteers Needed:
Admitted Black Student Reception
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Volunteers are needed for the 3rd Annual Admitted Black Student Reception! Sign-up to help us welcome our newly admitted students and their families as we celebrate their journey ahead.
Sign-Up Here
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Dates: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Time: 11 AM - 2 PM
Location: USU Ballroom
| | | Dates: April 21 - 26, 2025 | | |
Save the Date:
NPHC Week
| Join the National Pan Hellenic Council for their NPHC Week! Throughout the week, experience a series of exciting events hosted by the nine historically Black fraternities and sororities, highlighting culture, service, and leadership. | | | |
Carpenter Center:
30th Anniversary Celebration
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Join the Carpenter Performing Arts Center for our 30th Anniversary Celebration with Renée Elise Goldsberry, Broadway star and the original Angelica from the hit musical Hamilton, plus a special appearance by Carpenter Center namesake Richard Carpenter. This special benefit concert raises funds for the Carpenter Center's Arts for Life program, bringing arts education experiences to LBUSD classrooms, CSULB students, and the community at large with free and low-cost performances and workshops.
Purchase tickets and find out more information here!
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Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Carpenter Center
CSULB alumni, faculty, and staff are invited to join our pre-show VIP party + get the best seats for the concert for $175 (Regular Price: $500). Use code ALUMPARTY at checkout to save when you purchase the "Platinum" level ticket!
| | | | | Johns Hopkins Job Opportunities | |
The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) On-Campus Summer Programs offers enriching summer opportunities for students and professionals interested in instructing or supporting very bright and engaged students in a challenging and nurturing academic community unlike any other. The 2025 summer program will run at 7 residential and 3 day sites from late June through early August.
| | | | | Black Resource Center Fundraiser | |
We're excited to announce that the Black Resource Center has launched a fundraiser, and it is live on our website! Your donations will support the everyday needs of students, including school supplies, snacks, hair care products and more. In addition, this helps us continue the quality programming such as our Black History Month Cookout, Black Graduation Celebration, and Black Beach for Life - First Year Experience.
Please consider supporting with a donation, or by sharing this information with your networks.
This fundraiser was made possible by a group of NPHC alumni who set a goal to raise $5000. Please read more about them on the BRC Website. Anyone can contribute and no amount is too small.
Here's a link to Give to the BRC.
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By: mychalxngelo
who knew that amidst all the fighting
the betrayal
the pain
and the mad escape from it all
could make something this wonderful
did you ever believe you could come from something so saccharine?
something that thousands, millions would kill for
so delectable, that it makes sugar taste like ash in your mouth
who knew that from the place of hatred and fighting
all this time
it would be so sweet
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