For Jaylyn Harris, Black History Month represents pride, visibility and community. Harris is a third-year animal science major on the pre-veterinary track and president of Cal Poly’s Black Student Union. She said February creates dedicated time to celebrate Black culture and heritage. Although she values year-round recognition, she believes the month brings broader awareness across […]
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LISTEN: Cal Poly’s Black Student Union cheers on Black athletes at basketball game
The Cal Poly Black Student Union attended the men’s basketball team’s game against UC Irvine to show their support for the team’s Black student-athletes and to celebrate Black History Month.
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Community celebrates Black History Month through night of song and poetry
Student performances included original acoustic guitar songs, duets, poetry and song covers.
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More than a salon: Texture is a cultural hub celebrating Black hair and identity
In downtown San Luis Obispo, Texture is more than just a hair salon — it’s a space where Black beauty is celebrated and nurtured. Tamesha Lee has been a regular customer since the salon first opened in the summer of 2023. She said that one of the first things she did before arriving in San […]
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‘Rhythms of Resilience’ celebrates Black History Month through dance
This past weekend, the College of Liberal Arts Student Diversity Committee hosted a dance workshop in honor of Black History Month called ‘Rhythms of Resilience.’ Reporter Emmy Burrus spoke to some of the instructors and an event organizer to find out which dances they taught.
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Honoring the past and inspiring the future: Cal Poly celebrates Black History Month
The Black Academic Excellence Center held its annual Black History Month kickoff. Reporter Lauren Quijano spoke with attendees about what the event means for them.