NBGN blog

The NBGN Blog offers brief articles, essays, poetry, artwork and reflections related to Black Studies and written by graduate students in our network. Blog posts are public, only members can comment on posts.


July 19, 2020

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I become a member of the National Black Graduate Network? Membership in the NBGN is open to graduate students who identify as Black or who are pursuing academic work in Black Studies at a Canadian university. To become a member, please contact the NBGN coordinators using your university email account, and provide your name, school, program and year of study. If I do not identify as Black can I still participate/join the network? Yes. This network is ...


April 27, 2026

Special Feature: Supreme Juice Bar Interview

The interview was conducted in February 2026


February 4, 2026


January 14, 2026


January 7, 2026


January 5, 2026


September 19, 2025

Welcome to the 2025-2026 Academic Year

Who We Are Hello everyone! Welcome to the National Black Graduate Network and welcome back to those returning! We are excited to kick off this new school year with renewed energy and a deep sense of our growing community. Whether you are considering research, just beginning your graduate journey, or nearing the final stretch of your studies, this space offers opportunities to connect, share your voice, and showcase your work. As we begin this academic year, there is a ...


July 17, 2025

NBGN SUMMER BREAK

Warm summer greetings to all, and a big welcome to our many recent new members from University of Windsor! Please note that new membership requests will not be processed again until the start of the new academic year. Black graduate students and graduate students of Black Studies are still welcome to apply for membership in the next few weeks, and you will be added to the website (and receive notification) when the new NBGN leadership team begins their term ...