Itanwa Orinwa was founded in 2004 at Syracuse University by a group of distinguished Black students. It is an annual ceremony that honors all degree candidates who identify as members of the African Diaspora including, but is not limited,  African American, African, Caribbean, and Latin American students.

The purpose of Itanwa Orinwa is to celebrate collective accomplishments, acknowledge the historical plight of Black peoples’ pursuit to and through higher education systems, and to provide a historical voice and story that can be a legacy for generations to come.

The ceremony recognizes degree candidates as scholastic leaders and the program also includes student performances, a keynote speaker, and the distribution of authentic Kente stoles.

Presented by the Descendants of Africa Congratulatory Committee and the Department of African American Studies for degree candidates and families.

Co-sponsored by Office of Multicultural Affairs and Office of Program Development

Beginning Monday, August 31 through Saturday, September 5, The Student African American Society host a school supply drive. The goal is to fill 144 book bags purchased by The Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. with the necessities for any student to excel in academia.

Volunteers will packing the bags on September 3.

The Brothers of the Pi Chapter of Lambda Alpha Upsilon Fraternity, Inc. will host a remembrance ceremony for the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Guest will come together to express how the events of that day affected their lives. Then they will release balloons in remembrance of the ones who now rest.

The Kaptivating Kappa Lambda Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc presents Total Woman Retreat: Mind, Body & Spirit.

First year, second year, and transfer women of color are invited to attend. Advance registration required.

To register, email Paige Banks.

University Union presents this annual music festival. This year’s lineup will feature Big Sean, Oliver Heldens, Matt and Kim, iLoveMakonnen, BØRNS, & SNBRN!

It’s the first general body meeting of the year for the Student African American Society, Syracuse University’s Black Student Union. Learn more about the organization and participate in a conversation that asks “what does it look like for your body to be jeopardy?”

Refreshments will be provided.

Who will Win Syracuse University’s gospel competition?

The Black Celestial Choral Ensemble presents Sunday Best Cuse Edition featuring student and community gospel solo artists.