HOW
-
MAGAZINE 100'S OF WELCOME EVENTS!
G R O W N
I S H
I s s u e 2 0 2 3 B i s h o p J o s e p h J o h n s o n B l a c k C u l t u r a l C e n t e r
JOIN BLACK STUDENT ORGS!
TO THRIVE ON CAMPUS
Table of Contents Welcome 3 BCC Happenings……………………………………………………………………………………. 4 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc………………………………………………………………….. 11 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc……………………………………………………………….. 12 Black Student Association………………………………………………………………………. 13 Black Student Athlete Group 14 Caribbean Student Association 15 Center for Spiritual & Religious Life 16 Ethiopian & Eritrean Student Association 17 Hidden Dores 18 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc . 19 Love, Moma Vee……………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 Melanated A Cappella………………………………………………………………………………. 21 National Association for the Advancement of Colored People………………………. 22 New Dawn . 22 National Black Law Student Association 23 Nilaja Amair 24 National Society of Black Engineers 25 Organization of Black Graduate & Professional Students 26 Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc 27 Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc 28 Prison Project 29 REVAMP .. 30 Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc………………………………………………………………… 31 Vandy Spoken Word…………………………………………………………………………………. 32 Vandy Vanity……………………………………………………………………………………………. 33 Voices of Praise 34 Women’s Center 35 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc 36
Welcome Class of 2027!
On behalf of Dr. Rosevelt, Director of the Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center and team, we bring you greeEngs and excitement for your arrival on campus! The Mission of the Black Cultural Center (BCC) is to enhance the Vanderbilt experience of Black students, faculty, and staff by providing effecEve programming and resources to address the academic, cultural, well-being , and social needs of the community we serve
On the following pages are resource departments and student organizaEons that are equally excited to welcome you and see you at the Harambee March on August 19th! This is not every historically Black organizaEon on campus, so I want to encourage to conEnue researching organizaEons to fit your interests. This guide is created to help you transiEon into the Black Vanderbilt community. The first few weeks of life at Vandy will be challenging, so we want to help in any way we can.
I encourage you to follow these organizaEons on social media. Several are already hosEng virtual events and Eps for first years from their Instagram accounts so don’t miss out!!!!!!!
Our team is looking forward to meeEng each of you along your journey at Vanderbilt and consider us a primary resource for your academic and personal achievements. You are truly walking into a community that feels and views itself more like family.
For any quesEons, please do not hesitate to reach out to our staff!
Vee Byrd, Associate Director Veleashia.byrd@vanderbilt.edu
Bishop Joseph Johnson
Black Cultural Center
The BCC. enhances the Vanderbilt experience of Black students, faculty, and staff by providing programming and resources to address our community's academic, cultural, well-being, and social needs!
Signature Activities
Weekly Yoga Sessions and other wellness programs
Black History
Immersion Excursion and other cultural education opoportunities
BCC AmbassaDores and other internships and leadership Development opportunities
BCC Tutoring Stem mentoring and other academic support
BCC Resource Room Drop-in Hours and other opportunities to connect with campus resources.
Alumni Career Connections and other Career and professional Development opportunities
Community Engagement with Ida B Wells Elementary and other Nashville Community partners
Black Graduates
Recognition Ceremony and other celebrations of black excellence and community
Coming to college can by scary, nerve wrecking, and exci7ng all at once. You are coming into a journey that will define the rest of your life. I remember my first month of classes- I was scared to meet new people, had no idea what to expect from professors, and was completely overwhelmed I do not want this for you! As a Vandy student, you have access to mul7ple resources for mental health, including a Life Coach to help you set goals for the semester and be one your biggest cheerleaders!
What is a life coach?
A Life Coach is exactly what it sounds like... a coach to help you navigate this thing called life! Unlike therapy, a life coach does not focus on your past, but instead helps you plan your future in whatever ways you deem appropriate. A life coach will not tell you what to do, but help you sort your thoughts, hold you accountable to the goals you set for yourself, and to be your biggest cheerleader when you reach your goals!
Life coaching does not replace talking with staff at the UCC, but it can help you get moving and works as a great supplement to counseling!
Whatever your reason, I am here for you. So take advantage of this service! If nothing else, schedule an appointment just to talk! Tell me how excited you are about coming to Vanderbilt
How it works:
1. As of now, I am accepting appointments from August 7-18 from 10am-4pm. Please book 24 hours in advance (do not schedule an appointment for the same day you book your appointment
2. Appointments are for 30 minutes
3. To schedule, please go to: https://calendly.com/momaveelifecoach/1-1-with-moma-vee
4. Once I receive your confirmation, within 24 hours, I will send you a worksheet to complete and return before your first appointment.
5. All sessions will be held over Zoom. Confidentiality is a must so I will hold these appointments from my home office where we won’t be interrupted.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out! Looking forward to helping you reach your goals!!!!!!
Mrs. Vee, Associate Director Bishop Joseph Johnson Black Cultural Center
“Moma Vee”
Melanated Melanated A Cappella A Cappella
Our mission is to create a iinclusive nclusive safe safe llively ively
Vanderbilt University's premier majority-minority a cappella group
highlighting a wide range of voices (singers, rappers, beatboxers)
exploring a variety of musical styles
Join the
building a strong community of diverse minority performers
upholding standards of excellence in the performing arts at Vanderbilt
Get in Get in ttouch! ouch!
Harambee March - August 19th
Student Involvement Fair - August 24th
Come Come see us! see us!
Spotlight Showcase - August 25th
Fall For the Arts - October 13th
Melanated Fall Concert - November 16th
Check Check out out our our ssocial ocial media! media!
MelaFam
MelaFam
Thinking of Engineering? Join
NSBE
The National Society of Black Engineers
NSBE is dedicated to increasing the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community. This club offers mentorship, opportunities to make connections, and lots of resources to help you achieve your goals. Click
here to
more
NSBE Follow
instagram @VandyNSBE
get
information on
our
O.B.G.A.P.S
The Organization of Black Graduate and Professional Students (OBGAPS) would like to welcome you to Vanderbilt University for the 2023-24 academic year! OBGAPS dedicates itself to
Enhancing
The experiences of Black graduate and professional students on campus and fostering an environment that supports our successful matriculation from the university
Offering
Comprehensive academic and professional support, while also building bridges for social connection, cultural exchanges, and impactful interactions with the greater Nashville area.
Serving
As a liaison between Black graduate/professional students and the university, helping address our unique needs and concerns.
Sharing
Elements of Black culture with the greater Vanderbilt community while increasing diversity among students, staff, and faculty.
Be on the lookout for our Welcome Back Event in September!
To stay updated with OBGAPS, follow us on our socials:
@VandyOBGAPS obgaps vandy@gmail com OBGAPS Vanderbilt anchorlink.vanderbilt@edu
Vandy
Na7onal Pan Hellenic Council (NPHC) Execu7ve Board Fall 2023
VANDERBILT SPOKEN WORD
"VANDERBILT SPOKEN
WORD (VSW) IS A PERFORMANCE POETRY GROUP COMMITTED TO CULTIVATING A DIVERSITY OF THOUGHTS, IDEAS, AND PERSPECTIVES THROUGH THE SPOKEN WORD ART FORM..."
FIND US ON ANCHOR LINK
IG: KNAWNII / CARLGO89
Welcome BVU 2027!
We are Vandy Vanity, an inclusive fashion organization dedicated to cultivating a diverse creative community at Vanderbilt University. We celebrate individuality, embracing a wide range of identities, perspectives, and experiences within fashion. Our mission is to empower members of Vandy Vanity through events and workshops that celebrate our identities and foster a fashion community within and outside of Vanderbilt.
Every year, Vandy Vanity hosts a Ball in the Fall semester and a Fashion Show in the Spring semester. Members can get involved by attending these events as well as other social events and workshops throughout the year, or even by joining our Modeling and Fashion Design Teams or the Executive Board!
Make sure to check out our Instagram @thevandyvanity for interest forms and applications, and say hey at the Harambee March on August 19! We can’t wait to meet you!
“The House”
Initially referred to as “the Afro House,” in 1984, the center was named in honor of the first African American student admitted to Vanderbilt University in 1953, Bishop Joseph Johnson (B.D. ’54, Ph.D. ’58). For more than 40 years, “the house”, as it is more affectionately known, has served as the epicenter of the Black experience at Vanderbilt. Evolving to the growing needs of our students, alumni, faculty, and staff, the Black Cultural Center continues to offer innovative programming, resources, and opportunities for fellowship. Rich in history and culture, the BCC is a welcoming oasis for all who visit!
Dr. Rosevelt Noble, Director
Vee Byrd, Associate Director
ReChard Peel, Assistant Director Jackie Grant, Administra7ve Asst.
