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Join OBSA for the second part in our two part series of conversations around student financial literacy, a conversation tailored to college and graduate communities! Free and open to all, this event is a discussion based workshop with practical information on investing and mitigating debt while enrolled in a degree program. Jonathan Fitzhugh, Pomona Bursar, will lead the discussion. Lunch provided.

Celebrate the release of the student created and directed fashion and lifesyle magazine, Blaremont Mag, highlighting student culture, life, passions and reflections. Chartuterie, wine (21+) & mocktails served Free and open to all Free copies of the magazine available

OBSA's second Friday for March will offer cocktails, snacks, music and socializing for KGI and CGU students. Open to all including 21+ allies and friends!

Join OBSA and IDAS for our third conversation in the Centering Blackness series! This is a special crossover event for the OBSA Caribbean Film Festival. Kicking of a weeklong series of pop up events and activities, attendees will receive a FREE copy of Jamaica Kincaid's  An Encyclopedia of Gardening for Colored Children along with free lunch from Hilltop Jamaican restaurant.  Panelists: Randy Pierre, Professor Westenly Alcenat, Professor Sherrard-Johnson along with student co-facilitators.  

Featuring graduate students from Princeton, Stanford and other R1 institutions! Join us for a Q&A panel and discussion, Panelists will appear virtually, and the session will be moderated in person by Charlston Stovall (Pomona). This panel is a continuation of the previous talk and will explore industry and academic careers available with a Psychology PhD.

Dance workshops leading up to the film showcase celebrating Caribbean history and culture! All who attend the workshops receive a FREE Festival tee shirt with the OBSA Caribbean festival logo designed by Zariah Folkes. Official times and locations TBA! 7C Caribbean and Latin Dance Club  Bachata and Salsa 4:30pm-5:30pm  AT Scripps Richardson Dance Studio (enter from 9th st, left into Scripps Driveway. Richardson studio is behind Vita Nova, on the left)   Zyad & Co (Pomona)  General Dancehall Moves 7:30pm-9pm at Pomona (location TBC)

As a prelude to the film showcase, all are welcome to enjoy a free live steel drum band performance by Island Rhythms, at Walker Beach (College Way across from the Library) starting at noon. From noon-2:35pm on Walker Beach, enjoy a Jamaican patty reception and then walk over to the short film showcase (3pm) followed by dinner (4:45pm) at Rose Hills Auditorium

Follows the live steel drum band (noon-2:45pm at Walker Beach), the short film showcase will be held at Rose Hills theater and feature food (dinner catered by Hilltop restaurant at 4:45pm), giftbags for the first 50, free festival t-shirts and more. The festival is organized by OBSA in partnership with the 5C Caribbean Film Festival Committee, with support from the Holmes Endowment for Performing Arts.

🌟 Black Excellence Gala 📅 Friday, April 25, 2025 🕖 7:00 – 10:00 PM 📍 OBSA Bungalow Courtyard 🎟️ FREE entry for KGI/CGU students + guests Join us for a Roaring Twenties-themed evening celebrating Black leadership and brilliance! We'll honor student achievements and announce the winners of the BSU Black Gala Scholarship (up to $500). 📲 Please RSVP here OBSA x KGI BSU Black Excellence Gala 📌 Scholarship Application Deadline: Saturday, April 20, 2025, at 11:59 PM If you’re in good academic standing (GPA > 3.49), returning in Fall 2025, and able to secure a letter of recommendation—apply now! 👉 Click here to [...]

Kick back with OBSA Mentors, Mentees and mentorship program organizer Ahlam at the bungalow for a final farewell Enjoy food, drinks and apply to be a mentor in 2025-2026! All enrolled 5C students next fall are eligible. Event open to enrolled OBSA 5c Mentors and Mentees.

OBSA's annual alumni weekend event for 7C Alumni, open to all 7C communities, including alumni, students, guests and family. Featuring brunch food and dessert and giveaway items for alumni in attendance. 21+ ID required for mimosa bar. Enjoy a family cookout atmosphere and learn about OBSA's many initiatives to engage Black alumni and build community! Free and open to all, no registration required.