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Black Professionals Network

Connecting, Empowering, and Inspiring Northwestern’s Black Professionals

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Our Mission

Dialogue, Networking, Community

The Northwestern University Black Professionals Network strives to build community through our shared experiences to foster open dialogue, leadership and mentorship that will improve the NU black professional experience.

News

BPN Spotlight

Rhea Banks Beloved Law School employee and BPN Steering Committee member

Northwestern mourns the passing of Rhea Banks

April 3, 2023
from Northwestern Now

Beloved Law School Employee and BPN Steering Committee member is remembered for her work in bringing people together, advancing justice and advocating for fellow staff members across the University.

Toni M. Montgomery

Toni M. Montgomery receives NVP honor from NUSAC

January 17, 2024
from NUSAC

NUSAC selects a staff member each term to highlight in their newsletter from Human Resource's Gratitude Wall.

Events

Black Hot Topics

May 1, 5:00 PM
Kresge Hall, 1880 Campus Drive
Should Black Studies Use the “N-Word”?  

Black Studies Workshop

May 15, 12:30 PM
Crowe Hall, 1860 Campus Drive
Dr. Casidy Campbell Presents: Finding Sakia: Black Queer Blogging Culture in the Early 2000s  

Before BPN I never realized how “hungry” I was for a community of people who looked like me! I'd become accustomed to being the only black male in any room. My first BPN live event was a revelation! At no time in my usual workday did I get to interact with a room full of black and brown people. I'd found my community.”

— Vince McCoy

Vince McCoy (r), person, Toni Montgomery, President Schill, and Dino

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