make sure you don’t miss this, it gonna get hot hot hot!!!!

An important issue, that is fundamental to the constitution of the ACS was raised. It’s an issue we successfully overcome last year, and this year CHARISMA was looking to have the constititution amended to reflect this. It’s all about the charities campaign whose objective is to fundraise for charities within the Grampian Region. All funds raised go to charities within the area, a member of the Charities Campaign told us at the AGM that the main reason for this is that the money raised comes from the people within the area and therefore it’s only right that it should go right back to bettering the area. We agree on this. However, as another member of the SA pointed out, it’s all well and good to raise this money that would go back to the area, but let’s stop to acknowledge that some of the student body is not from Aberdeen.  So we may wish to fundraise for international charities, or other national charities outwith the Grampian Region (as CHARISMA would like to do, and as we’ve always wanted to do) because as students we are motivated by the causes we actually believe in and our constitution should allow us to do this. As the African and Caribbean Society, we are fundraising for the causes closest to our hearts and these causes happen to be outwith the Grampian Region, and we should be able to do so. The motion was passed Smiles all round, the constitution shall be amended accordingly. But what do you all think of this? Should all the money we raise through events be handed over to the Charities Campaign which will then give it to local charities, or should we be able to fundraise for wherever we choose? Discuss.

The AGM emphasised the need for us to fully participate in the running of the SA. By attending meetings, by keeping up to date with any changes on the website, there are places open on many different committees. The SA needs you!!! Get involved whichever way you can. Volunteering is another way to get involved be it with the Charities Campaign or Joblink, get involved. There’s the ASR, our students radio, there’s sports they are doing big things this year and there’s this- YOUR society the possibilities are endless.

Be the change you would like to see in the world people, hit up the AUSA webpage on this link ;www.ausa.org.uk!!!!

Black History month is described as being a monumental and significant event, its importance echoes on every social level. Large multi cultural cities around the world could be said to be the only ones who marked this month with the level of community activity that an important time such as this deserves. This year the students of Aberdeen University set out to change the status quo, by increasing the low levels of activity that take place within Aberdeen campus during the month of October. This handful of students put together Seminars and encouraged involvement in African intellectual thought and music not to mention increasing participation in Activities such as African Drumming and dance. Armed with a vision to see African achievement realised, showcased and promoted on a massive scale within Aberdeen They hosted and took part in many activities, raising awareness of Key issues in Africa within campus.

Date: Friday 16^th of November 2007

Venue: The Boardroom, 7 Crown Street. AB11 6HA Aberdeen

Time: From 7pm to 12am

Price: £10

The election of Miss Afrik@berdeen 2007 is the first event of a long coming series of diverse cultural events. This event will take the form of a dinner dance, where the guests will be entertained by different activities and performances including the election of the Miss of their choice.  

Various associations, societies and groups (including non Africans) will share their work and talent during the evening. Creativity, learning and entertainment will all blend together throughout the evening, as follows:

•  A buffet gathering a delightful selection of African dishes from Northern to Southern Africa. People will be invited to taste the finesse of the African gastronomy. A booklet of recipes will also be available to take away.

• A quiz game involving the public and bringing questions on African culture, economy, history, geography, politics, art, sport. Each good answer will be awarded by a small prize.
• A colourful ethnic catwalk show exhibiting a mixture of African fashion including traditional outfits.
• An open African Dance competition with different styles and demonstrations
• The election of Miss Afrik@berdeen, where a jury of 5 persons along with the public will decide on their ambassador of African astuteness and beauty in Aberdeen.
• Various performances including Belly dancing, African Christian Choir, Scottish traditional dance … Plus much more

This event is Hosted by: UNIK AFRIKA

FOR TICKETS CONTACT angele@unikafrica.com

- Ama Mystik coiffure (495 george street)
- Madame (hair extension shop, at aberdeen market)
- Soul & Spice cafe (Belmont street)
- also contact us by telephone on 07825370115 or 07948806137

For seminar information, please click the 2007- 2008 events calender link on your left.

Admin Error, Speak easy With Keron Niles. Topic: Afrocentrism. Will take place on 24th Oct, Not 17th Oct as previously Stated on Calender.

AfroJams 2 was just one of the events we have prepared for you this month, this week there’ll be posters all around campus advertising our series of seminars which will run throughout the month in celebration of Black History Month. You are all welcome to attend.

See you soon

When you hear of Black History Month, what is it that crosses your mind?

I know what I think when October gets here, I think of celebration, jubilation, victory, and the most importantly I am reminded of the resilience of the human spirit. This year Black History Month is all the more poignant because we mark 200 years since the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade, and if that is not a reason to celebrate I don’t know what is.

Let’s take the next few weeks of this month to educate ourselves about our history, let’s take time to remember those who came before us and worked ceaselessly to ensure our freedom, let’s proclaim our heroes, and be motivated by their contributions to society. Be it individually, or collectively make this month a month of jubilation!

Happy Black History Month

To Recieve discount, please present both (University Id + ACS Member Cards) at your appointment.