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Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Affairs
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.
University Union presents this annual music festival. This year’s lineup will feature Big Sean, Oliver Heldens, Matt and Kim, iLoveMakonnen, BØRNS, & SNBRN!
Ubuntu: Black Leadership Network presents the Black Cultural Showcase. An involvement fair that will feature over 40 Black and Latino student organizations and services. Also enjoy performances by Black Reign Step Team, Black Legacy, Redemption, One World, and DJ Zel. Learn about campus organizations and how you can get involved on campus.
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.