1. Black Men
White Women
Interracial Dating

2. Happy Presidents Day to our favorite president ...
MAYA!!

4. Today in Black History...
Frederick Douglass, famous African American abolitionist and diplomat, joins the ancestors in Washington, DC at the age of 78. His home in Washington will be later turned into a national monument under the auspices of the National Park Service.

5. First Word that comes to mind when you think of…
Latino Men
Black Men
Asian Men
White Men
Asian Women
Latina Women
Black Women
White Women

6. Have you ever seen a successful Black man with a White wife?

8. Break it Down
How do you feel when you see a Black man with a White woman?
Why do you feel that way?
Does the complexion of the Black man make a difference?
Why or why not?

9. Let’s Switch

10. Have you ever seen a successful Black woman with a White husband?

11. Break it Down
How do you feel when you see a Black woman with a White man?
Why do you feel that way?
Does the complexion of the Black woman make a difference?
Why or why not?

12. Which one has more stigma attached?

13. Let’s Dig A Little Deeper
How do you feel when you see a successful Black man with a light skinned Black woman?
Does this differ from him being with a White woman?
If the lighter skinned woman identifies as Black then why is it an issue?
How light is too light? Why is light not alright?

14. BSU for Student Organization of the Month Social Media Challenge
Upcoming Events
BSU for Student Organization of the Month
Just a friendly reminder that BSU has put on two events every week in addition to our regularly scheduled meetings to ensure the most impactful Black History Month possible! I added the link to Organization of the Month in the event that you would like to nominate us! No pressure :)
Social Media Challenge
This week we challenge you to post a picture a day and tag BSU on instagram, each hashtag highlights the beauty of Blackness in a way and we look forward to showing all of your photos at our gala! Check our Instagram for the hashtags! Monday's is #HotChocolate post a Hot Chocolate man ;)
Black & Gold Gala
THIS SATURDAY we have our Black & Gold Gala! We hope that you will join us. There will be tons of food, a photo booth, great company and a program full of performances. Be sure to RSVP to and bring a friend or two!

15. Upcoming events continued
National Museum of African-American History and Culture
Please be sure to bring your $10 deposit to hold your spot for our trip to Washington D.C. on Sunday! If you did not receive an invitation, but you are interested in attending please bring $10 to tomorrows meeting or contact me!
Afro-Latino Mixer
Join us for our collaboration with Latino Students Association in the Fireplace Lounge from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 23rd! There will be great food, and music don't miss out!
High School Students
We have the pleasure of being visited by some high school students through the School of Education. They are eager to meet Black Students United and we hope that you can join us next Tuesday, February 28th location to be announced!