The Black students at Portland State University formed the Black Student Union (BSU) over 50 years ago. Dennis G. Payne was a pioneer who spearheaded the movement. Black Student Union played an essential role in introducing Black Studies to the University and expressing the importance of Black history and education.

I joined Black Student Union in the Fall of 2019 and I was announced as social media manager shortly after until the Spring of 2021.

Brainstorming content ideas

Sharing content ideas with the team

Listening and applying other member's content ideas

Scheduling social media posts

Aligning content with calendar events and holidays

Digital and in-person community outreach and engagement

Digital event planning

Being in a leadership position for such an important organization while existing as a college student, boosted my confidence and faith. We faced various systemic adversities as an organization and we overcame them.

Black Student Union's membership increased by 50% compared to 2017-2018. We organized over ten events with the help of social media marketing and digital engagement. Black Student Union and Pan African Commons collaborated for a massive event during Black History Month. We were proud to continue the legacy of Black Graduation as well.