Two events that shape the month of February are the commemoration of Black History Month and Lunar New Year. These cultural celebrations provide a unique opportunity to acknowledge the often-forgotten histories of Black and Asian people and allow us to shine a light on cross-racial and ethnic history, notably the power of unity when these communities partner together. It is also important to recognize those who identify as mixed race Asian and African descent, continue to have open dialogue, acknowledge all aspects of their identities, and celebrate the beauty of the intersectionality of both cultures. This year, Year Up staff recognized the month of celebration with the 7th annual Year Up Lunar New Year Celebration, hosted by our very own National Asian Pacific Islander Staff Resource Group (API SRG), as well as by creating space for our Black, African American, PanAfrican Staff Resource Group (BAAPA SRG) to highlight and celebrate a different staff member each week for their Black Excellence and contributions to the greater YU community.
