
2017 Florida Black Student Union Conference
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On APRIL 1 - APRIL 2, 2017 the Florida BSU Conference will be returning, hosted by yours truly- the UCF Black Student Union!
THIS YEAR'S THEME: "Blacker the Berry: Fruits of our Labor"
Our primary goal is to water the seeds our Black pioneers have planted by brainstorming SOLUTIONS & STRATEGIES for building a stronger Black race. We want to hear your input!
Save the date, spread the word, and feel free to contact us for any additional information!
APRIL 1st WORKSHOPS - Business Casual Attire
CHECK-IN Teaching Academy Room 204 at 9am
BREAKFAST SERVED + PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS 9a – 10a
Mingle with guests over a light breakfast
NETWORK PANEL- BLACK PROFESSIONALS Teaching Academy 221 10a – 11a
Listen to a diverse panel of black professionals speak on their experiences in the workforce – Make sure to bring your networking materials!
Ms. Danielle Case (Radio/Television), Mr. A.J. Range (Public Safety), Dr. LeeAnn Roberts(STEM, Academia), Mr. Clarence Brockett (Entreprenuership, Finance), Ms. Shirtina Roberts (Law), Mr.Johnny Brownlee (Academia), Ms. Shaunda Debose (Law), Ms. Courtney Saunders (Journalism)
WORKSHOP 1 - “Breaking the Chains: Death to Willie Lynch Prt. 1” Teaching Academy 221 11:30a – 12:30p
Thought-provoking workshop led by FAU Alumnus, Author, and Professional Speaker, Johnny Brownlee
WORKSHOP 2 – FOUR CORNERS DEBATE Teaching Academy 222 12:35p – 1:10p
There are so many controversial issues - How well can you defend your position?
[Snacks will be available at this time]
WORKSHOP 3 – STUDENT ACTIVISM IN THE DIGITAL AGE Teaching Academy 221 1:15p – 2:05p
Discuss ways to promote and protect Blackness in the digital age. A mental health workshop led by Courtney Saunders, UCF Alumnae, Speaker and Professional Blogger
LUNCH BREAK! Teaching Academy 204 2p – 3p
WORKSHOP 4 - S.W.O.T ANALYSIS & DISCUSSION Teaching Academy 221 3p - 4p
Learn strategies and best practices for developing strong, impactful black organizations. Facilitated by Mr. Johnny Brownlee.
AFFIRMATION SPEECH Teaching Academy 221 4p - 4:45p
“All the flowers of the tomorrows are in the seeds of today.” Speech delivered by Dr. Germayne Graham, LEAD Scholars Asso. Director.
BREAK 2! 5p – 7p
EVENTS in Teaching Academy 322 7p - 10p
GALA DINNER Doors open at 7pm, Food served promptly at 7:30pm
KEYNOTE SPEAKER State Attorney Aramis Ayala 8:30pm
"THE CULMINATING CELEBRATION"
April 2nd ENDING ACTIVITIES at Lake Claire
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT STATION 11a
Care packages for the homeless - please bring as many travel sized toiletry items as you can collect!
The school with the most donations wins a prize!
REQUESTED DONATIONS - SHAMPOO, CONDITIONER, TOOTHBRUSH, TOOTHPASTE, SANITIZER, SUNSCREEN, FEMININE PRODUCTS, SMALL SNACKS, BAND-AIDS, ALCOHOL PADS, NOTES OF ENCOURAGEMENT, ETC.
TRADITIONAL FAMILY REUNION BBQ 12p
GROUP PHOTOS + DEPARTURES 4p