On Thursday, Feb. 13 in the Jamrich ticket booth, the Black Student Union hosted their Black Love Day Bake Sale. They had an assortment of baked goods for sale, ranging from cookies, puppy chow, chocolate-covered strawberries, cake and brownies.

“Black Love Day is a day created to demonstrate love, forgiveness and acceptance among Black people and the community,” said Jarmarie Calhoun, a member of BSU.

According to Calhoun, Black Love Day was created in 1993 by Ayo Handy-Kendi, the founder of the African American Holiday Association. 

“Black Love Day is important because, right before Valentine’s Day, not everybody has someone who can show them love or who they’re able to show love to. They might not even know what love is. As a Black person, sometimes you might feel down about it, but this will help you understand that there is someone out there who does love you,” Calhoun said.

The money raised at the bake sale, totaling $1,000, will go to the Black Student Union to help fund the organization’s future events. 

To find more events hosted by the Black Student Union, visit the Hub.