Greetings, 

 

The Black Graduate and Professional Student Caucus would like to extend a warm welcome to new and returning students at Ohio State University! As we enter into an unprecedented school year, the Caucus is ever committed and excited to continue supporting Black graduate and professional students. 

In 1971, students established the Caucus as an organization to provide a broad base of support to Black graduate and professional students. Today, that work continues through consistent programming devoted to providing spaces for support and advocacy, social connections, and service opportunities. Our signature programs include: First Friday Meetings, Mentoring Program in collaboration with the Columbus Urban League Young Professionals, and our annual Slater Johnson Memorial Banquet. 

If you are a Black student and interested in joining the Caucus, visit go.osu.edu/bgpscjoin. Be sure to also visit our website (org.osu.edu/bgpsc) and follow our social media pages (Twitter/Instagram: @bgpscatosu) to stay informed about upcoming events. Our first events are listed below. RSVP today! 

Caucus Kickback: New Member Edition

Friday, August 28th at 6pm 

New to Columbus, the Caucus, graduate school and/or OSU? RSVP for this event to meet other new Black students and receive relevant information for adjusting to graduate school at OSU. All  attendees who RSVP will be in a raffle for new member giveaways! 

September First Friday Meeting

Friday, September 4th at 6pm 

RSVP for this event to meet new and returning students, and hear about how you can continuously connect with the Caucus this year. The meeting theme is “Represent Your Undergrad,” so be sure to wear paraphernalia representing your undergrad institution!  

Pick Your Poison: Graduate School Edition 

Friday, September 4th at 8pm 

Join us for a virtual game of Pick Your Poison following our First Friday Meeting! 

Best Regards,

Black Graduate & Professional Student Caucus 2020-2021 Executive Board