This month’s heritage theme prompted the Guttman community to reflect on the multivalent, centuries-spanning history of Black American labor, resilience, ingenuity and activism that have advanced our nation’s multifaceted workforce. Through a calendar of activities offering inquiry, dialogue and joyful celebration, Grizzlies took time to remember the past and plan for a thriving future. Shoutout to the planning committee representing Student Life, Academic Affairs, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Student Government.
Creative genius came to life when students and staff headed to Broadway’s Roundabout Theatre to enjoy “A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical” on 2/10. On 2/11, the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards sponsored a “Watch & Write” viewing of the WWII-era film “The Six Triple Eight.” Students Gabriella Brickhouse and Howard Swaby wrote letters to the two remaining veterans of the select all-Black Women’s Army Corps unit 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, Ms. Anna Mae Robertson and Major Fannie Mae McClendon.
Sharing their career journeys and industry insights with the Guttman community, the 2/13 Building Bridges Panel and Q&A, coordinated by Peer Leaders, offered students inspiration and networking with professionals representing their experiences in diverse fields: Jordan Green (nonprofits), Chelsea Jocelyn (finance), Kasim Allah (education), Veronica Lorya (marketing), and Guttman alumnus and NYU Master’s student Brian McCullough (business).
The Student Government Association led a competitive game of African American history and popular culture with “Black Card Revoked” and comfort food snacks on 2/18. Students also vied to win the 2/8 Essay Competition to Inspire Career Aspirations, showcasing their knowledge of trailblazers in Black history and articulating their vision for Black excellence in workforce development in the fields of finance and technology.Winners will enjoy an exclusive, personalized tour of NYC’s iconic Bloomberg Tower building on 3/21.
