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BPN gives us the support and encouragement to thrive. It is a kind and caring village, providing unifying engagement, uplifting programs and useful resources needed to navigate our career challenges at ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½”
— Debra Blade
Black Professionals Network
Connecting, Empowering, and Inspiring ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½â€™s Black Professionals
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The ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ Black Professionals Network is open to all who strive to build community through shared experiences to foster open dialogue, leadership and mentorship that will improve the NU black professional experience. All are welcome to participate.
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²ÝÝ®´«Ã½'s BPN Potluck 2025
December 3, 2025
from Black Professionals Network
Our BPN family came together for another unforgettable annual Potluck, an afternoon filled with laughter, connection, delicious dishes, and holiday cheer. It was a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our collective achievements and the spirit of togetherness.
BPN Book Club presents
February 23, 2026
from Black Professionals Network
BPN Bookclub presents Facilitated by Elizabeth Nelson. For fans of Grey’s Anatomy and Seven Days in June, this dazzling debut novel by Shirlene Obuobi explores that time in your life when you must decide what you want, how to get it, & who you are, all while navigating love, friendship, and the realization that the path you’re traveling is going to be a bumpy ride. (description from )
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May 27, 5:00 PM
Kresge Hall, 1880 Campus Drive
Kresge Hall, 1880 Campus Drive
"Black Studies In a New Age of Anti-Blackness?â€
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