Black Student Success Centre<\/a> and the Human Rights and Equity Office, the event reinforced the University\u2019s commitment to championing Black student leadership and educational success.<\/p>\n\u201cThis symposium serves as a powerful space to honour and celebrate Black student leadership,\u201d said Alana Lowe, Brock EDI Education and Outreach Manager. \u201cBy bringing together student leaders who are strengthening resources and addressing systemic barriers, we foster communities that uplift and empower.\u201d<\/p>\n
Attendees from high schools across the Niagara region engaged in panel discussions, interactive workshops and networking sessions that addressed challenges unique to Black students while exploring pathways for growth.<\/p>\n
Among those in attendance was return participant Jeda Anderson.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is my second Brock Level Up symposium, and it was an experience I’ll never forget,\u201d said the local high school student. \u201cIt was a great chance to meet and share experiences, explore career paths, network and build resources.\u201d<\/p>\n
For Clement Chibueze, a fourth-year Brock Business Communication student, the event underscored the role of university student leaders in setting an example.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy journey as a student leader has shown me how much influence we have on younger generations,\u201d he said. \u201cWe set the tone for character and excellence at Brock.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chibueze, who addressed the crowd as part of a student leadership panel, hoped participants left with renewed confidence in their potential.<\/p>\n
\u201cTo inspire change, you need to believe in it,\u201d he added. \u201cThrough that mindset and work ethic, change is possible.\u201d<\/p>\n
The symposium concluded with collaborative activities and community-building exercises, equipping attendees like Anderson with tools and connections for growth.<\/p>\n
\u201cParticipating in the symposium will help me expand my repertoire, contribute ideas and broaden my career opportunities,\u201d Anderson said. \u201cThese are opportunities to network and learn from others\u2019 experiences.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\t