Fordham
OMA is an acronym for this official name.
What is the Office of Multicultural Affairs?
"Got a white boy on my roster."
"He be feeding me pasta and lobster."
This is the closest English translation for the Swahili namesake of ASILI.
What is "root" or "origin"?
This mainstay across many cultures is the star protein at every major ASILI event.
What is fried chicken?
This event served as your first taste of ASILI earlier this month.
What is the Back-to-School Cookout?
According to fordham.edu, this is the percentage of undergraduate students who identify as "Black/African American."
What is 5%?
"See my dreams unfold, nightmares come true."
"It was time to marry the game, and I said 'Yeah, I do.'"
Make sure to tag us on Instagram using this handle.
What is @asili_fu?
At least two trays of this side dish is a must for any ASILI function.
What is mac n' cheese?
Every year, ASILI and CASA come together to share a meal at this fall tradition.
What is Friendsgiving?
These six cultural clubs are under the jurisdiction of OMA.
What are...
ASILI
CASA
El Grito
FUPAC
FUSE
ACE
"She a baddie, she showing her panties."
"She shake it like jelly."
This organization has served as the sister club to ASILI since its formation in 2020.
What is the Caribbean and African Students Association (CASA)?
It's rare to see this fruit-based dessert pop up on the ASILI table, but when it does, it runs out quick.
What is banana pudding?
This criminal justice advocate was our keynote speaker during last year' Black History Month.
Who is Kevin Richardson?
"Said I'm never lackin', always pistol packing."
"With them automatics, we gon' send him to heaven."
This former ASILI President now serves as a Graduate Assistant at OMA.
Who is Rashain?
With two locations in the Bronx and New Jersey, this vendor has been the go-to for ASILI's soul food needs.
What is Paula's Soul Cafe?
This staple of Fordham student life was the off-campus host to last semester's "Black & Gold" event.
What is Barnyard BBQ?
Scenes from Fordham's campus recently made an appearance in the final season of this Amazon Prime Video TV drama.
What is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.
"Beyond the walls of intelligence, life is defined."
"I think of crime when I'm in a New York State of Mind."
The E-Board this year (name + position)
Who are...
President: Tamia
Vice President: Alan
Treasurer: Janel
Secretary: Tylese
Programmer: MC
PR Manager: Marisa
Athletic Liaison: Jonah
Taste the World is a multicultural event, and these cultures were front and center on the dining table. (Name 3 cultures)
What are...
Indian (Tandoori Place)
Dominican (Ajo y Oregano)
Mediterranean (EZGrill)
American Black (Jacob's)
Peruvian (Claudy's Kitchen)
Jamaican (Golden Krust)
This was the lineup for last year's jam-packed Taste the World event. (Name 3 performance groups.)
Who are...
Candela Latina
Jetés
B-Sides
Slainté
Satin Dolls
Flava