Black on the Bluff
By Union Black
Black on the BluffFeb 04, 2021
Rhythm, Flow, and Melanin
In this ear-opening episode of Black on the Bluff, your Black Student Union discusses hip hop and its themes as they relate to the African American experience in the U.S. Grace and Karl are joined by guest speaker Dr. Jeffrey Meiser of the Political Science department for this important talk about culture and race politics.
*We're working on the audio clarity, but we appreciate you listening anyway!
A Classy Discussion
In this episode of BotB, your Black Student Union executive board gets real about classism within the black community and their experiences with it. Sharif Morton hosts the episode and Grace Fortson and Samone Watkins share their insights as well.
For Your (International) Education
In this episode of BotB, guests Shiipin Lau and Ashley Kim from International Club join our usual cast to give their insights on education systems outside of the United States. We also go over some Thanksgiving advice and involvement in politics.
*This episode has been delayed, but was originally meant to air the week before International Education Week*
Black Femininity; Vulnerability and Colorism
In the third episode of BotB Annastacia Martin hosts discussion on the challenges faced by black women from within and without their own communities.
Welcome to BSU Part 2 (Black or African-American)
Karl Kahambwe hosts this episode of BotB. We go over the second half of our introduction to the Black Student Union as well as some fun announcements. Afterwards comes an eye opening discussion on the uses of "Black" and "African-American".
Welcome to BSU Part One (Becoming Aware of Race)
Part one of our introduction to the club in a virtual setting. We go over a short history of the Black Student Union at University of Portland, make a few announcements, and then jump straight into the evening's topic.