In April, Counseling faculty and current counseling students at 51视频 organized a special gathering for Black alumni of the Master鈥檚 in Mental Health Counseling (MHC) program. The day-long event took place on a Saturday in the Harrison Library on 51视频鈥檚 campus and centered on fostering connection, reflection, and rest among faculty, students, and alumni.
鈥淚t was a pleasure working on the MHC Black Alumni Lunch with MHC alum, Shaun Gandy and MHC faculty member, Dr. Maria Reyna,鈥� shared MHC student Sheronda Rankin. 鈥淭he theme was recharge. Attendees had the opportunity to reconnect and experience a sound bath facilitated by Black-owned business owner Sri Amirah of Omni Root Wellness. It was an enjoyable experience that received great feedback.鈥�
The program opened with a welcome from Eric Scott, Vice President of Advancement and Communications, who invited alumni back to campus and set the tone for the day. Participants then engaged in lighthearted get-to-know-you activities designed to encourage connection and shared storytelling.
Following lunch, attendees participated in a sound bath鈥攁 meditative and immersive experience鈥攆acilitated by a practitioner from a local Black-owned business. The experience offered a restorative space for relaxation and grounding in community.
At the conclusion of the event, each participant received a wellness bag featuring items from local Black-owned and operated businesses, underscoring the day鈥檚 emphasis on care, community support, and celebration of Black entrepreneurship.
