[ASU-411] ASU 411

7/22/09

Good Evening ASU Family,

I hope all is well. This summer has gone very well thus far. I am pleased to report that your new ASU Staff is ready and eager to carry on ASU's legacy of excellence. The staff has a few upcoming staff retreats where we intend to build a strong foundation for next year's success. Remember to check out BLACKBRUINS.ORG for staff contact information and other important information. We will have ASU committee oppurtunities coming up very soon so look out for that!

 

In solidarity,

 

Tierra Moore

Afrikan Student Union

Internal Public Relations Coordinator

2009-2010

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FSP/ TSP Move In

Help ASU move the FSP/TSP students into Rieber Vista!

July 27th- FSP Move in at 7:30am

July 30th- TSP Move in at 8:30am

Don't miss the first opportunity to build and foster a sense of community within our newest Black Bruins!

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                                                            Black Wednesday

Black Wednesday happens every Wednesday in Bruin Plaza; however, next Wednesday, 7/30, the BW will be cancelled due to Session-A finals. We will reconvene the following week. Make sure to come out and share, fellowship, and grow with you're fellow Black Bruins 8/5/09!

 

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 Afrikan Men's Collective

We want to let everybody know that AMC is making its highly anticipated return to UCLA and the Afrikan Student Union this Summer!!! After a brief hiatus, Afrikan Men's Collective (AMC) is coming back stronger than ever!!! This hopes to be a AMC like You've never seen it before because we're *refreshed, rejuvenated, revitalized and ready *to: develop, support, and unify a strong community of Afrikan Men in order to create a sense of brotherhood and respect across campus and abroad. In order to this, AMC needs your support! 

 MEN: You're already apart of the collective, so we definitely need to see you and welcome your participation. 

 If you want to get involved in the planning stages, email us at
AfrikanMensCollective@gmail.com. Look out for more updates and upcoming
programs from AMC soon!

Afrikan Men's Collective  *Upcoming Events*
Saturday, July 25th, 2009 / AMC Steering Committee Meeting
Monday, July 27th, 2009 / FSP Move In 

Friday, July 31st, 2009 / AMC Forum  (Time/location TBA)

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SHAPE is Hiring

Shape is still in the process of hiring peer advisors, praxis developers, and coordinators. Contact Pearl Loehnig at asuaccesscoordinator@gmail.com for the application.  

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VIPS is Hiring

The Vice Provost Initiative for Pre College Scholars (aka VIP scholars or VIPS), is an AAP Program aimed at increasing the number of underserved high school students who come to UCLA and go on to graduate school. VIP Scholars partners with the Los Angeles and Pasadena Unified School Districts. 

 

VIP Scholars' Mentors works to: 1) Motivate students to consider admission to UCLA as a viable option 2) Relate personal experiences in coming to the UC system 3)  Increase admissions awareness and opportunities for under-represented students and 4) Assist in increasing the number of underrepresented (primarily African American) students elgible, applying, and admitted to UCLA.

 

APLICATION DEADLINE is SEPTEMBER 11th, 2009.

If your interested, please apply today! For more Questions and Information please visit 1218 Campbell Hall (open during summer) and/or email

vips@college.ucla.edu

 

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!

 

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Afrikan Grad Chair, Higher Education Conference Chair, & Freshmen /Transfer Admit Weekend Chair

The Afrikan Student Union is looking for phenomenal leaders to head next school year's Afrikan Graduation, Higher Education Conference, Transfer Admit Weekend, and Freshmen Admit Weekend. We are looking for dedicated individuals that are willing to take Afrikan Grad, HEC, and the Admit Weekends to an even higher level of excellence than previous years. The application is attached to this email. 

The due date for the application is August 1, 2009.
 Please spread the word!

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CNN's Black In America 2

"Black in America 2" Airs on the west coast at 5pm, 8pm and 11pm on CNN both Wednesday, July 22nd and Thursday, July 23^rd

"This July, CNN continues its investigation of the most challenging issues facing African Americans with 'Black in

America 2.' Soledad O'Brien reports on people who are using ground-breaking solutions to transform the Black
experience."

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Any GENERAL questions? Email us at ASU@blackbruins.org or visit us at blackbruins.org !

Get involved! Visit the ASU Office located at 322 Kerckhoff Hall.

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