WP Black Alumni Celebration
Friday, September 13, 2024
Black Alumni Celebration
Honoring 50 Years of Black Studies on Campus
Friday, September 13 & Saturday, September 14, 2024
William Paterson University is pleased to announce its celebration of 50 years of Black Studies on campus. This program is unique in its focus and origins and is the only academic program in university history that was developed due to student demand. Over the past 50 years, the Africana Studies program has worked to serve the campus community providing students with a comprehensive education on the experiences and contributions of people of African descent. Join us as we celebrate and honor our past and look to our collective future.
Schedule of Events
Friday, September 13, 2024
Black Studies 50th Anniversary Celebratory Reception
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: University Commons Ballrooms
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Walking Tour / Celebration of WP Black Studies History
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Beginning from the Atrium Lobby
Near the Community and Social Justice Department's Suite - Atrium 112
Communiversity Day Tailgate
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Lot 2
Football Game vs. Dickinson
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Wightman Stadium
Halftime Recognition: 50th Anniversary of Black Studies on Campus
(Approximately 2:15 p.m.)
Registration: $30 per person
The registration fee includes access to all 4 events and a swag bag.
RSVP
Please RSVP by Friday, September 6. Please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at alumni@wpunj.edu or 973-720-2932 for questions.
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
In the text box that asks you to provide the names of your guests, please also indicate which of the following events you plan to participate in. This is very important, in order to allow us to plan accordingly. Thank you!
• Black Studies 50th Anniversary Celebratory Reception
• Walking Tour / Celebration of WP Black Studies History
• Communiversity Day Tailgate
• Football Game - Halftime Recognition
Please note there are no refunds for this event.
Visit the website for additional details, hotel information and event descriptions. This event is open to all alumni.
If you make a gift using the "I would like to make a donation of" option below, your gift will be designated to the Africana Studies Scholarship.
If we are successful in raising $25,000, it will enable us to establish an endowed scholarship, which will create a legacy for the Africana Studies Scholarship and allow scholarships to be awarded in perpetuity. If the minimum scholarship endowment level is not met, the funds raised for the Africana Studies Scholarship will be awarded to students annually until all funds are fully depleted.