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Signature Programs

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The Black Student Empowerment office provides a variety of signature programs and annual events to the campus community. Check out our page on CampusGroups to see what's coming up!

  • MAKANDI Welcome Ceremony During this traditional ceremony, first year and transfer students are formally welcomed to campus by our esteemed Cornell campus and community leadership.
  • Empowering Space Come as you are to a space cultivated to provide affirmation, enlightenment, empowerment, community and healing. Hosted in the main lounge of Ujamaa Residential College, in partnership with Counseling and Psychological Services. All are welcome.
  • RESTORE This is a restorative program allowing participants to center themselves and support one another through healing discussions, gentle yoga, and meditation. This is a partnership with the Office of Spirituality and Meaning-Making. All are welcome.
  • Echoes of Wellness This is a sound bath experience where participants benefit from reduced stress and anxiety, increased mental clarity and focus, enhanced emotional well-being and deep relaxation and sleep. This is a partnership with the Office of Spirituality and Meaning Making. All are welcome.
  • Community Conversations w/ Counseling and Psychological Services This supportive space of belonging and well-being gives students the opportunity to discuss the breadth of their individual and unique experiences at Cornell. Students can connect one-on-one with our CAPS liaison or in a group setting. All sessions are free, information, and drop-in. All are welcome. This is a partnership with Cornell Health.