AFRICA WEEK 2008

Hey everybody.

So ASU's 2nd Annual Africa Week (Nov. 9-14) is quickly approaching.

So that you all can be up to date (and map out your schedule for the week), below is our listing of events. We hope to see you soon!

This will be ASU’s 2^nd Annual Africa Week. Africa Week was established at University of Miami during the Fall Semester of 2007 to celebrate the heritage and culture of Africa Campus-wide for an entire week.

o ASU Community Service – Wild N’ Crazy Kids Go Global!
ASU will begin Africa Week 2008 by serving the community. Co-sponsored with Yellow Rose Society and a number of other student organizations, approximately 100 community youth will gather at UM with students in obstacle course activities and culture centered games.
Sunday, November 9^th. 2:00PM (UC Rock)

o “Afrocentria” Africa Week Opening Ceremonies
“Afrocentria” is a celebration of African culture through dance, live music, poetry, art, and food. Come enjoy a celebration of Africa as well as the opening ceremonies to Africa Week,
Sunday, November 9^th, 7:00PM (UC Rock)

o African Cause Forum and Display
Witness a display of the numerous issues faced by African countries and learn ways that you can help.
Monday, November 10^th, 6:00PM (UC Lower Lounge)

o Faculty Fellow w/ Africana and Religious Studies
Enjoy a dinner and discussion with faculty of the Africana and Religious Studies Department on the role and impact of religion in Africa.
Tuesday, November 11^th, 6:00 PM (Mahoney Apt.)

o Spoken Word at the Rat co-sponsored by ASU
This month’s Spoken Word event will feature Bridget Gray, Winner of Best Narrative Short at Elevate Film Festival, a student feature, and the stage will be open for Open Mic. Brought to you by RAB and ASU.
Wednesday, November 12^th, 7:00PM (The Rathskeller)

o “The Rock of Africa"
Socialize and enjoy the sights and sounds of Africa. Join ASU on the Rock to represent and appreciate the diversity and heritage Africa has contributed to the world over the ages while celebrating the founding of our organization with cake!
Thursday, November 13^th, 11:00AM – 2:00PM (UC Rock)

o African Dance Lessons
Dance is an integral part of African culture. Join African Students Union to learn fundamental African dance moves and their significance from a professional.
Thursday, November 13^th, 7:00PM (UC Ballroom A)

o ASU “Wrap” Party

Join ASU at the Rat for a “Wrap” Party to close out the week. Guests will be able to enjoy a mixture of African and American music and dress in various pieces of African attire. Brought to you by RAB and ASU.
Friday, November 14^th,10:30PM – 2:00AM (The Rathskeller)

In addition, we'd like to thank those who have helped us sponsor Africa Week 2008!

The Africana Studies Program
The Butler Center for Service and Leadership
The Department of Student Affairs
The Ratskeller Advisory Board
The Council of International Students and Organizations
Department of Multicultural Student Affairs
Hurricane Productions
The EDO Association of Florida

Fall 2008 Events

Hello Everyone and welcome to a new semester for African Students Union!!!

We are excited for what's to come in the next few months, so get ready for a great time with us.

Our first meeting of the Fall 2008 semester will be September 3rd, but we hope to see you before then at CanesFest!

Below, you will find our fall schedule of activities, and again, if you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask!!!

African Students Union

Fall 2008 Calendar

· 1^s

· 1st ASU General Body Meeting

September 3rd, 7:30 PM (Wednesday)
Rathskeller Lewis Room

· 2^nd ASU General Body Meeting

September 15^th, 7:30PM (Monday)
UC Ballrooms D

· ASU Goes Bowling
September 17^th, 7:00PM (Wednesday)
Meet at Stanford Circle 6:30PM

· ASU Goes to Football Game
September 27^th, Time: TBA (Saturday)
Meet at Stanford Circle

· 3^rd ASU General Body Meeting
September 29^th, 7:30PM (Monday)
UC Ballrooms D

· ASU Discussion & Forum (Healthcare in Africa)
Date: TBA
Location: TBA

· 4^th ASU General Body Meeting
October 13^th, 7:30PM (Monday)
UC Ballrooms D

· ASU Goes to Busch Gardens “Africa”
October 17^th, Fall Break Trip (Friday)
For More Information, contact us:
UM_ASU@yahoo.com

· 5^th ASU General Body Meeting
October 27^th, 7:30PM (Monday)
UC Ballrooms D

· 2nd Annual "Africa Week” &
ASU’s 20th Birthday (November 9 – 15) =>

o ASU Community Service – November 9^th

o African Cause Forum and Display – November 10^th

o Faculty Fellow w/ Africana and Religious Studies – November 11^th

o African Dance Lessons – November 12^th

o "The Rock of Africa" – November 13^th

o Afrocentria and ASU Wrap Party – November 14^th

· 6^th ASU General Body Meeting
November 24^th, 7:30PM (Monday)
UC Ballrooms D

· ASU Study Break
December 8^th, 6:00 PM (Monday)
COISO Office (*tentative)

- UM ASU Exec. Board

Congrats to the ASU Executive Board for 2008-2009!

2008-2009 Executive Board Elections

Hello Everyone.

Be sure to come out and vote for your E-board for the 2008-2009 School Year!!!
Monday, April 14 @ 8PM in the Mahoney/Pearson Classrooms

See You There!

Spring Events...FUN FUN FUN!!!

Hello everyone.

Just to give you all an update of some events to be on the look out for in the coming weeks...

February 25th - General Body Meeting

February 29th - "Black to Africa" Community Service at Virrick Park
Meet at Stanford Circle at 3:30 PM to Carpool
A Part of Black Awareness Month!

COISO Unity Day Party at the Rat! (10:30 PM)

March 2nd - COISO Olympics (1PM - 5PM)

March 5th - ASU Potluck on the Rock

March 17th - General Body Meeting

March 21st - Afrocentria and Rat Party!

March 31st - General Body Meeting

April 3rd - 13th
COISO's International Week!!!

April 3rd - Mr. and Mrs. International

April 4th - International Dance Competition

April 5th - COISO Day of Service

April 7th-11th - I-Week Days

April 12th - COISO Banquet

April 13th - COISO BBQ

This is only a rough outline of the things to come.
Be on the lookout for more information on ASU events!!!

- ASU E-board

ASU as Organization of the Month - November 2007

~ Congratulations to ASU for receiving the COSO award for Organization of the Month for 2007!!! ~

This could not have been done with out the hard work and support of our members, so we would like to thank you all for this great semester...

Don't forget, there will be a meeting on Monday, January 28! Come prepared to discuss Cameroon with some delicious crepes and fun with your ASU Family.
We hope your breaks were enjoyable, but now, it's back to business.


Hope to see you there!!!

- ASU E-board