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MSC Carter G. Woodson Black Awareness Committee (WBAC) enhances the understanding of the culture, contributions, and impact on society of people of African descent by providing educational and community-building programs and experiences for the Texas A&M University communities.

September 16, 2021

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP UPDATES

Chair

EARLY BIRTHDAY PRESENT
The leadership team surprised me with an early birthday present. This summer I mentioned to Christiana (Vice Chair of Recruitment & Retention) and Ms. Pearl (our advisor) that one day I want to own a castle. Well, they did it! They purchased me a parcel of Dunans Castle and a title.

BUSINESS PA
This week the MSC Chairs and Officers learned about welcoming new members to our committees. Andy Doyle (Executive Vice President of Programs) did a great job sharing how to do good member management.

CULTURE & EDUCATION PA
JJ (The Village) presented his speakers for the Soulful Sunday series. All were approved and we are moving forward with bringing you a great program on Sept. 26. Mark your calendar for this dinner and conversation event. (Details below).

MSC WAIVER NEEDED
You have to fill out the MSC wavier every school year. Fill that out by Sept 30.

Vice Chair
Recruitment & Retention

GCM MEETING
First GCM meeting is September 22. Located in MSC 2240 (the SPO) from 7-8 pm

ACCEPTING MEMBERS
Our application is open all year long. Click here to join MSC WBAC. We have transitioned to a user-friendly Google form.

DUES ARE DUE
We have made a few changes for the new year; instead of paying $25.00 each semester, we have implemented annual dues of $50.00 to be paid in fall semester. PAY HERE

Vice Chair
Development & Public Relations

IG TAKEOVERS
Get ready for IG takeovers every Friday! Link below to follow our socials!

$500 GRANT
We have received the Campus Climate Grant for our upcoming program High on the Hog: How African American Cuisine Transformed America.

INDOOR TAILGATE IN THE SPO
All members are welcomed to join me for tailgating and tabling. So make sure you look out for that email! If you are interested in tailgating our next tailgate is October 9.

DIRECTOR & SUB-COMMITTEE UPDATES

Serves to actualize the principles of collective work and responsibility by building and maintaining strong relationships with the campus community through viable co-programming.

FIRST TIME ON HHM CALENDAR
Did you know Sept 15 - Oct 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month and it's celebrated nationally?

We are featured as the grand finale for the month with our partnership with MSC CAMAC. Afro-Latinx Festival on Oct. 16. Tickets on sale now - click here

Facilitates the commemoration of the federal holiday for Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to honor Dr. King’s legacy while fostering a campus environment that fulfills Dr. King’s inclusive dream for America

PLANNING IN PROGRESS
Speaker proposals still need to be submitted; anticipate presenting in two weeks at the Culture & Education program assembly. We hope to finalize speaker quickly in order to move forward with our fundraising plan.

Out of an abundance of caution, we are planning for a scaled back breakfast and will not return to the large crowd of previous events this academic year.

Embodies the African proverb that it takes a village to raise a child, it is our intent to provide a wide array of speakers and topics that enhance student development.

READY, SET, GO!
Everything for Soulful Sunday has been approved! Met with MSC Marketing for graphic designs. RSVP here to join the meaningful conversations and delicious food catered by Lamar & Niki's Soul Food Restaurant.

Educates on Black history and matters involving the vast cultures and people of the African Diaspora.

HOMEWARD TO MY HERITAGE: ANCESTRY PROJECT
Open to MSC WBAC Members only. The ancestry project is apart of our three-fold learning project. You will be able to learn more about yourself and your fellow member's though taking a DNA test and a public speaking opportunity about your profile. The application closes September 23 at 3pm.

HOMEWARD TO MY HERITAGE: DC TRIP
Applications are now closed for the Washington DC trip. All that put in application should plan to attend the informational on September 22 in MSC 2240 (The SPO) - the time is still being determined. Email Adaje msc.wbac.diasporaedu@gmail.com for time.

MEET A MEMBER

msc.wbac.chair@gmail.com

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Mailing Address
Texas A&M University - Memorial Student Center
MSC Woodson Black Awareness Committee
400 Bizzell Street - 1237 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843

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Chair

Vice Chair Recruitment & Retention

Vice Chair Development & Public Relations

Educates on Black history and matters involving the vast cultures and people of the African Diaspora.

Vice Chair
Recruitment & Retention

Vice Chair
Development & Public Relations