Our Sponsors
Black Like Water is a collaboration of the UC San Diego Black Resource Center, African-American Studies, UCSD Recreation, and the UCSD Colleges
UC San Diego Black Resource Center
The Black Resource Center is a Campus Community Center that serves everyone at UC San Diego while emphasizing the Black experience. We promote scholarship, foster leadership, and cultivate community for students through the committed, collaborative effort and support of faculty, staff, and the broader UC San Diego community.
The UC San Diego African American Studies Minor
The African American Studies Minor (AASM) at UC San Diego is an interdisciplinary minor that examines and leads to an understanding of the experiences of African Americans. The concerns and interests of African Americans have set stage for the advancement of political, educational, social and cultural movement in the United States and in the world.
UC San Diego Recreation
UC San Diego Recreation engages students and the campus community to pursue lifelong wellbeing, growth, and success.
UC San Diego Colleges
Every one of the Colleges on campus features rigorous academics, world-class faculty and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. But each has a slightly different emphasis that makes it special.
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
The Scripps mission is to seek, teach, and communicate scientific understanding of the oceans, atmosphere, Earth, and other planets for the benefit of society and the environment.
Office for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) strives to create a campus climate of respect, fairness and cooperation, promoting innovation and leadership by engaging the talents and abilities of all.
PARTNERSHIPS
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LABBE
Is a woman-owned lifestyle brand based in Venice Beach, California, centered around self-care and wellness products inspired by the ocean. Renee, the brand founder, is an avid surfer and passionate advocate for the health benefits of spending time in saltwater. After decades of working as a trend forecaster, she’s worked with some of the globe’s most recognized apparel, decor, tech & automotive companies, later launching her forecasting firm in 2012. Her love of surfing and foresight into the future compelled her to turn her homemade surf skincare into the beginning of the brand known as Labbe.
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ROLLING ROOTS
is a Black owned, San Diego-based vegan restaurant. Although their food is strictly plant based, you wouldn’t know if it wasn’t mentioned. Chef Avonte, the owner, started a food truck after the pandemic when forced to close a thriving farmers market and catering business. Witnessing widespread hardships the pandemic caused, he committed to providing large portions at reasonable prices. In addition, he use profits to donate and feed the community. Avonte says, “We aren’t trying to convert everyone to veganism, our goal is simple: get others to eat less meat and processed food”.