On Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Black Student Union (BSU) hosted their Multicultural Kickback at the Sacred Heart University’s Multicultural Center. The event invited students to come together to celebrate diversity, including offering a platform to learn more about various cultural organizations and the role of Multicultural Affairs on campus.
Junior Jhalissa Vincent is the BSU Events Coordinator for students.
“BSU hosts a variety of events throughout each semester, including game nights, discussion panels and more interactive gatherings,” said Vincent.
The goal of the Multicultural Center is to connect underrepresented students and create a community for them while encouraging cultural exchange, according to its page on the SHU website.
The Multicultural Kickback promotes this mission, offering students a comfortable and engaging setting where they can meet peers, explore cultural resources and discover the support systems available to them through Multicultural Affairs.
“I hope this event and the future of BSU will strengthen the sense of community and promote unity among students,” said Vincent. “By creating a fun, uplifting space for social interaction, we aim to encourage new friendships and deeper connections among all students while celebrating diverse identities.”
Sophomore Gregory Dort is the BSU’s Retention Chair, responsible for developing initiatives that encourage member engagement and ensure students feel supported and connected within the organization.
Dort said that activities on campus not only provide students a place to have fun, but also help them feel like they belong to the Sacred Heart community.
“Events like this mean hope for me, at least,” said Dort. “Whenever we have an event, I have the hope that it helps even one student find people who they can call a lifetime friend in order to better their SHU experience.”
To learn more about the Multicultural Center and the Black Student Union, students can find them on Instagram @shu_bsu or use their website https://www.sacredheart.edu/offices–departments-directory/inclusive-excellence/multicultural-center/.
