Black Student Association McMaster

WE’RE RUNNING IT BACK — BIGGER & BOLDER.
You’re invited to “Black & Bold”, a dynamic art exhibition celebrating the creativity and brilliance of Black youth. Immerse yourself in powerful painting, photography, music, and fashion. Each piece tells stories of resilience, culture, joy, and unapologetic self-expression.

Don’t miss the fashion and performance showcase from 6:00PM–7:00PM as these artists redefine Blackness on their own terms!🖤

Artwork by Paryse Reed

Come get cozy and watch the film Love and Basketball🏀🎬 this Wednesday and celebrate black love this black history month 🙌🏾❤️ Make sure to bring all your friends and loved ones👀
Date📆: Wednesday 11th February
Time⏰: 6:30-9:30pm
Location📍: PGCLL 124

Black and Bold is back for black history month! We are in search of black students/alumni artists, models and performers.  Link is in the bio for the forms🖤

The BSA invites you all to attend the Black Student Mentorship Program (BSMP) faculty office hours at the Black Student Success Centre (BSSC). These informal drop-in sessions are open to all Black students who want to connect with faculty, ask questions about courses, explore research opportunities, or seek guidance on academic and career paths. The sessions provide a supportive environment to build mentorship relationships and engage with faculty committed to student success. Faculty office hours are held bi-weekly throughout the academic year, and no appointment is necessary — just stop by and take advantage of this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.

Are you the ultimate spelling champ? 🏆
Join us for the BSA Spelling Bee Contest 2025 and show off your skills for a chance to win exciting prizes!🐝
📅 October 22, 2025
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Location: TBD
Prizes, fun, and bragging rights await!😉💛

Black and Bold: Notions of Blackness at Centre 3 brought together various black artists and performers, showcasing depictions of Black identity.✨

A huge thanks to those who came to show support to the artists and performers.

Stay tuned for more from Black and Bold!!🖤

✨ We’re hiring! ✨
Want to get involved with the McMaster BSA? Now’s your chance! 😊
We’re looking for motivated students to join our team in roles like Finance, Events, Outreach, Admin, and Multimedia.
📌 Apply through the link in our bio
⏰ Deadline: Sept 21 @ 11:59PM
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to grow, connect, and make an impact!🤎

Black and Bold is back!! Join us for the opening night on August 8th at Centre [3] at 6-10PM during Art Crawl. Performances will take place at 126 James St N. Open from August 8th-30th

Black and Bold; Notions of Blackness constructs narratives of Black identity through various expressions of Black joy and celebration, and through internal and external confrontations of Blackness. Based on two prior shows organized by McMaster University’s Black Student Association in honour of Black History Month, artists navigate Blackness beyond the month, creating space for open and active dialogue through visual arts, written word, and performance.”

Artists and Performers: Eniolaoluwa Olawale-Yusuf, Sydni Soobrate, Natasha Okpi, Kior Barrow, Rami Naamna, Gemima Mukendi, Paryse Reed, Daenalie Murphy, Koko Sanginga

Curated by Theodora Oyinloye & Paryse Reed

Special thanks to Alysha Aran, Gemima Mukendi, Eniolaoluwa Olawale-Yusuf, and Adrian Kyle for curatorial assistance.

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Reminder to viewers that accessibility accommodations include audio description. Please bring devices to listen to audio.

On March 25th at 5:45pm in L.R Wilson Rm 1056, come hear our keynote speaker, Hon. Dr. Jean Augustine!

The Honourable Jean Augustine is a politician, educator, and social justice advocate who has shaped Canada’s political and cultural landscape. As the first black woman elected to the House of Commons, she has led initiatives to advance education, gender equity, and immigrant rights. Among her many contributions, she championed the motion to officially recognize Black History Month in Canada, advocated for the inclusion of women in leadership, and worked to strengthen policies on porty reduction and social justice. Her dedication to community empowerment and social change continues to inspire generations.

You don't want to miss out!!

Today’s the day of our Elevate and Empower Networking Event! If you don’t already know her, meet Abby, who will be serving as our moderator for the event.
We hope to see you there!! ⭐️💫

GIVEAWAY TIME!

If you register for our Elevate and Empower event using the link in our bio AND attend the event itself, you will automatically be entered into a giveaway!

Make sure to sign up now. See you then ⭐️💫

WE ARE SO BACK!

You’re invited to “Black & Bold,” a powerful art exhibition showcasing Black youth creativity at McMaster and beyond. Experience painting, photography, music, and more; each piece reflecting resilience, culture, and a new perspective on Black identities.

Don’t miss the fashion and performance segment from
6:00PM to 7:00PM, and discover how these emerging artists redefine the beauty of Blackness on their own terms. Bounce link in our Linktree!