Spring Break
BSU's 'Unity Convocation' draws big crowds
Lakeisha Goodman
Issue date: 9/16/08 Section: Features
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The showcase not only featured members of BSU, but also the African Student Organization, the ECU Gospel Choir, Fame and Fetish Ink modeling troupes, and various chapters of sororities and fraternities at ECU. The event was free, with more than 300 students in attendance.
At the event, BSU President Allen Thomas stressed the importance of organizations unifying on campus.
"We need to come together and help ECU become a better institution for everyone," said Thomas.
After being recognized last year as the largest student organization on campus, BSU is moving forward with the motto of "Achieving Success through Unity." Currently, BSU has more than 100 members.
The organization has various events planned for this year including the Mr. and Miss BSU Pageant and the BSU AIDS Benefit Fashion Show. There will also be a spring trip offered to its members that will be voted upon later.
General meetings are held every Wednesday at 5 p.m. in Mendenhall 244. Meetings usually involve committee updates and discussions with representatives from other ECU campus organizations. Members discuss topics and learn different points of view on subjects ranging from college dating to the importance of voting.
Tamika Becton, a senior business major, joined the organization her freshman year.
"I felt homesick," said Becton. "At first I joined just to keep busy and so I wouldn't think about how much I missed home."
According to Becton, coming from Northern Virginia, she rarely went home, but when she joined BSU, she made new friends who she says became like a second family to her. She also became the BSU Treasurer her first year and still serves in that position today.
"We have exciting events planned and it's a great way to meet people," Becton said, who encourages all students to join the organization.
To become a member of BSU, attend a weekly meeting in Mendenhall 244. Dues are $5, and include a membership card and t-shirt.
This writer can be contacted at features@theeastcarolinian.com.
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