Black Affinity Group at UTEP A Black Affinity

Black Affinity Group at UTEP • A Black Affinity Group at UTEP is being formed in response to the racial injustice being observed today. • The black population at UTEP exists as a Minority within a Minority and it can be difficult to feel included and have our voices heard. • A group of Black Faculty and Staff have been meeting to form this organization. • This started from a discussions regarding our response to George Floyd between myself, Dr. Williams, the Latinx Group, Faculty Senate Members, the Provost, and the President. Initial Planning Meeting June 5 th Second Planning Meeting June 12 th First General Body Meeting June 19 th - Juneteenth Freedom Day • Points of Contact • Calvin M. Stewart, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering • Michael Vinson Williams, Professor of History and Director of the African American Studies Program

Black Affinity Group at UTEP • The purpose of the Black Affinity Group at UTEP is • to promote a sense of community for the Black Faculty, Staff, and Students on campus addressing issues of cultural and social isolation. • Provide a safe space for those experiencing inequality and injustice. • Provide opportunities for mentorship and network within the community. • Ensure the successful recruitment, retention, and matriculation of the black population on campus. • Provide feedback to the Provost’s Office and the President’s Advisory Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. • Membership include: Black Faculty, Staff, and Students

Black Affinity Group • The First General Body Meeting will be held on June 19 th, 2: 00 pm on Microsoft Teams. • Please distribute the event flyer and link to your departments. • https: //events. utep. edu/event/utep_bla ck_affinity_group_first_general_body_m eeting • Please distribute the Question. Pro survey so that we can identify more members. • https: //utep. questionpro. com/t/AOr. UJZ hqf. Y