Starting an organization today is rarely a challenge, but during the civil rights era, marginalized communities had to fight for spaces of their own simply because of the color of their skin.
At Oregon...
Crowded with past students, current students, and a cluster of Oregon State University staff, the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center’s 50th anniversary reception was a celebration meaningful for...
Celebrating 50 years of service and impact, the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center will host a reception on April 24, welcoming Oregon State University students, alumni and community members to commemorate...
Sydni Zidarevich, Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter May 31, 2023
As the end of the academic school year approaches, Oregon State University is preparing for their 154th commencement ceremony.
The university’s all college graduation ceremony will be...
Sydni Zidarevich, Justice, Equity and Diversity Beat Reporter February 1, 2023
To celebrate Black History Month in February, Oregon State University is hosting a number of free events that coincide with the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center’s yearly theme of “Strength in...
The Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center has celebrated Juneteenth for many years but celebrations this year will be held in-person as a community block party.
The BCC plans to hold a block party...
After having been with Oregon State University for the past six and a half years, Terrance Harris, director of the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center, is leaving for Drexel University.
Located in...
For decades, Black Oregon State University community members have fought the university’s racist roots by challenging norms and demanding institutional aid, but this continued effort also requires outside...
When Terrance Harris, the director of the Lonnie B. Harris Black Cultural Center, was asked what words he would use to describe former Oregon State linebacker Fred Milton, he couldn’t settle on just...
Correction: The Black Student Access and Success Initiative abbreviation, BASI, was spelt incorrectly on two instances. These corrections have been made. Following Oregon State University’s vocal...
Following a letter written by Oregon State University student Ruta Faifaiese in response to a statement made by former OSU President Ed Ray, OSU Counseling and Psychological Services is creating a new...
Following a letter written by Oregon State University student Ruta Faifaiese in response to a statement made by former OSU President Ed Ray, OSU Counseling and Psychological Services is creating a new...
