Comma

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Comma is a space for BIPOC students to create connections, share experiences, learn from one another and have fun. Advised by faculty Deidra McKnight and Stephen Lee, Comma is a fluid group, directed by student interest—their academic, creative and/or social needs. Comma meets periodically during the academic year with pop-up special events for the wider BIPOC creative community in Portland.

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View fullsize COMMA wraps on Spring Term! Thank you to all of our community who showed out to our Hotline Meetings, Be Honest Table, and Our end-of-term MXR! It was so exciting to officially introduce Kim this term, and to celebrate our vibrant design community
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View fullsize Join us for our last comma hotline of the term AND in the art building! 🥺 This Thursday, May 21st from 12:40-1:20, come to AB320 for some good company and good vibes! Promo by @dio.xide
View fullsize Hosted by COMMA, MXR is an annual celebration of community and a showcase of work and initiatives completed within the group. Come for food, drink, and activities. Hear about our mentorships with Thesis and Formation. Open to BIPOC and allies. This
View fullsize : ̗̀➛ Another Hotline meeting! ✿ Next Thursday May 7th at 12:40 pm in AB 320 Join us for pizza, snacks, and good company! bipoc only
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View fullsize ̗̀➛ Get together for the second Comma Hotline of Spring term! THURSDAY April 23rd at 12:40pm in AB 320!! Bipoc only, chill vibes, bring yourself and a friend and make new friends! ˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗
View fullsize : ̗̀➛ Join us for our first Comma Hotline of Spring term! THIS THIRSDAY April 16th at 12:40pm in AB 320!! This hotline meeting will be super chill, just bring yourself and a friend if you can! Pizza and snacks provided

Upcoming Events

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During fall term 2018, a group of motivated students came together to organize a community event for students of color called DOC. This important meeting kicked off a year of community meetings, research and many conversations around what BIPOC students needed at PSUGD and from a student group. COMMA was inspired and came from the work of the initial DOC team.

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Comma provides a safe space for students to connect.

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Past Events

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Thank you

to our advisors!

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Special thank you to faculty advisors (past and present) Precious Bugarin, Stephen Lee, Michael Vasquez, and Deidra McKnight.

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A young man with dark hair and a beard, wearing a black polo shirt and light-colored pants, stands with his hands in his pockets in a room decorated with posters and artwork on the wall. Behind him, there is a shelf filled with books and binders, and the word 'PRINTING' is illuminated on the wall.
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Page designed by: Mikaili Jones