BSLA Unplugged

It’s Valentine’s Day, and what better way to celebrate than by exploring relationships in our community?

In this episode we will be exploring the hot takes that are present in the black community.

Join us today as we sit down with incredible guests to delve into the Black Muslim experience—unpacking identity, faith, culture, and the narratives that shape us.

Join us as we have the immense pleasure of welcoming BSLA former co- president, Hilary Dulcinee.

In this episode, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the incredible Black athletes on our campus. Get ready to meet players who are breaking barriers, redefining what it means to succeed both on and off the field, and bringing major pride to our school. We’ll hear about their journeys, challenges, and what it’s really like balancing academics, sports, and a social life. From locker room laughs to game day pressures, they’re sharing it all. This isn’t just about the game—it’s about the grit, heart, and community that drive these athletes every day.

Hair to the Black community is an extension of identity. Our strands are filled with history and culture. Unfortunately, not many of us know enough to truly love and nurture healthy and happy hair. Whether its coily, curly, kinky natural hair deserves to be protected, preserved and loved. We'll be hearing from an expert who specializes in 'happy hair'. In this month’s episode we’ll be chatting with hairologist and natural hair expert Debbie Macharia. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Make sure to look out for the “Who Did Your Hair?” form. The form will have a list of barbers, braiders, wig installs, locticians located in the Ottawa, Gatineau area. So, if you’re looking for a stylist near you, the list will be found on the BSLA link tree on Instagram or on the main webpage. https://www.bslalen.ca If you also want to hear more about Beauty Profs Limited or learn about opportunities offered you can go to their website: Where they specialize in braiding, treatments and natural hair styling.  https://www.beautyprofsglobal.com

Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Black student leaders who have just completed their first year of university. They share their personal journeys, discussing the highs and lows, the unexpected challenges, and the triumphs that marked their freshman year. From navigating academic pressures to finding a supportive community, our guests offer candid insights and valuable lessons they’ve learned along the way. They’ll also provide practical tips and tricks for incoming second-year students to help them make the most of their university experience. Whether you’re a new student preparing for your first year or a sophomore looking for advice, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement to help you thrive. Tune in to hear authentic stories of resilience, growth, and the power of community from voices that inspire.

In this episode of BSLA Unplugged, join us as we meet Enora Touloute and Khalifa Koulamallah who are both hardworking students and basketball players at the University of Ottawa. They tell us more about themselves, their journeys and experiences in and out of Uni. We discover the perspectives and hear the voices of our black athletes and recognize their hard work. Dans cet épisode de BSLA Unplugged, nous rencontrons Enora Touloute et Khalifa Koulamallah, deux étudiantes et basketteuses qui travaillent fort à l’Université d’Ottawa. Ils nous en disent plus sur eux-mêmes, leurs voyages et leurs expériences dans et hors d’Uni. Nous découvrons les perspectives et écoutons les voix de nos athlètes noirs et reconnaissons leur travail acharné.

This week we met with Britney Achu, president of the BSLA 2023-2024. Get to know more about our association in general as well as Britney's goals and her aspirations. Cette semaine, nous avons rencontré Britney Achu, présidente du BSLA 2023-2024. Apprenez-en davantage sur notre association en général ainsi que sur les objectifs et les aspirations de Britney.

Tune in to BSLA UNplugged and join us as we share our stories, uplift each other's voices, and strive to create a more inclusive and supportive university environment for all. Let's UNplug and UNite as we navigate the journey of Black student leadership together.