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The Cookout: Swimming in racism
By Grace Kabengele, September 16 2021—
The stereotypical belief that Black and African people cannot swim has been around for generations. This has been bolstered by racialized scientific explanations such as “our muscles don’t twitch at the right speed,” “our … Read the rest
The Cookout: Inviting Black leaders into politics
By Grace Kabengele, May 3 2021—
Note: I would like to recognize that the term “womxn” is used in recognition of Black leaders at the event who identify as non-gender conforming or non-binary. As noted by the Black Voters Matter … Read the rest
UCeed Social Impact Fund promotes social change in the community
By Grace Kabengele, April 30 2021—
The University of Calgary has partnered with United Way Calgary to provide the UCeed program, a social impact fund for Canadians, which closed its applications on April 30. Activated by Innovate Calgary, who is … Read the rest
Black History Month events: Let’s Talk: Black Excellence Panel Discussion
By Grace Kabengele, February 21 2021—
For Black students at the University of Calgary, February marks Black History Month. Thus, in observance of the contributions, achievements and lived experiences of Black Canadians, the Faculty of Arts will be celebrating Black … Read the rest