tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-69958259852556443192024-02-20T03:13:55.766-05:00The Urban Mind of BLAGOSAHBLAGOSAH is the Bisexual, Lesbian, and Gay Organization of Students at Howard University.
BLAGOSAH was formed to provide a safe space for same-gender loving students and their allies and also to promote the acceptance and understanding of gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and transgender individuals both on campus and in the wider community through educational forums, community outreach, and by maintaining a space dedicated to exploring the identity of one’s self and others.BLAGOSAHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08149982234046111031noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995825985255644319.post-20872975738170430162008-09-23T11:06:00.002-04:002008-09-23T13:53:02.407-04:00Tour of DC!<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">For those of you that were not in attendance for last week's meeting (9/19), I'll recap for you what we did.</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">About 25 of us went on a tour of Gay DC. We started on Howard's campus, and walked up Florida Ave. towards U Street. We viewed the club "Town" and Nellie's Bar. While continuing to walk up Florida Ave. we also viewed the Bohemian Cavern, and the store (gay-friendly) next to it. We made a pit-stop at Maggie Moos and then went by Busboys and Poets. While walking towards Dupont Circle we saw Annie's (24 hour) Steakhouse. Then, when we got to Dupont Circle we went to Lambda Rising, the HRC Store, the Pleasure Palace, the Leather Rack, and then ended with dinner. The tour started at 6pm and we ended at 9.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">We plan on doing another tour (in the near future) for those of you who didn't get the chance to come this time.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This week (9/26) we will be meeting at 7pm in Blackburn, but in Rm. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">142</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Any questions, comments, or concerns please comment on the blog or email us at blagosah@yahoo.com .</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Peace & Love,</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Lauren Morris</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'trebuchet ms';"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Chair of Diversity, Education, & Art</span></span></div>BLAGOSAHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08149982234046111031noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6995825985255644319.post-86371369514996845822008-09-14T21:55:00.000-04:002008-09-17T16:29:11.360-04:00The Dawn of A New Era<span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:small;" >Yes, I got the title from the Lion King. But that's besides the point.</span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >HI READERS!,</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Yes, I know that there have already been two BLAGOSAH meetings and that this blog should've been up and running right after the 1st meeting, but life is hectic. Anyway, since this is an introductory blog it will be kept short. If you haven't been to a meeting I'll introduce the Executive Board for you so that you're not so lost when you attend the next meeting.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Amari Ice - "President;" Chair of Social Networking</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Andre Rosario - "Vice President;" Chair of Community Service/Outreach, Politics, & Social Awareness<br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Lauren Morris - "Secretary;" Chair of Diversity, Education, & Art</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Taja Nelson - "Historian;" Chair of Health & Support</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Da'monique Sonnier - "Treasurer;" Chair of Publicity<br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Our e-mail is blagosah@yahoo.com and our mailing address is:</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >BLAGOSAH</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >2397 6th St. NW</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Suite 117, Box 134</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Washington, DC 20059</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Our advisor is Mrs. McCleod, and our spiritual support comes from Rev. Malcolm Frazier (United Methodist). </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >We have a lot of upcoming events, and this blog is in place to keep you updated on those events and other news that occurs with BLAGOSAH.<br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >For the month of September:</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >--September 19th - Tour of Gay DC: We're meeting in room 148/150 at 5:30pm and are departing PROMPTLY at 6pm. Bring money for shopping and food (our final destination is the restaurant/bookstore, Bus Boys and Poets).</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >We'll return to campus by 10:30.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br />--September 26th - Open Mic Night: Bring all your talents; your song, dance, monologue, poetic inspiration, and random expression is welcome. This event will begin at 7pm in room 148/150.<br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >October's events will be posted when we draw nearer to October.<br /><br /><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >***REMINDER***</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Dues are $15 per semester. You can pay them at the next meeting or whenever you see Da'Monique, Amari, or Lauren on campus. You can pay dues all at once ($30 for the year) or in part ($15 per semester). Either way, dues are due by the 2nd Friday in October for first semester (the 10th to be exact). Second semester dues are due by February 6th, 2009.<br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >If you are in the Howard network on Facebook, please join our Facebook group. If you're not in the Howard network on Facebook, save this page in your bookmarks so that you can always be updated. Lookout for more blogs in the (very) near future.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Peace & Love,</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Lauren</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=";font-family:'trebuchet ms';font-size:13;" >Chair of Diversity, Education, & Art</span></div>BLAGOSAHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08149982234046111031noreply@blogger.com0