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Love at an HBCU, Xavier couples juggle learning with love.

February 15, 2023February 15, 2023 Aamari Benford

By Aamari Benford For decades, many students at Xavier University of Louisiana have found love at this Historically Black College University (HBCU) and feel a deep connection to each other. This Valentine’s Day, student couples shared what makes Black college love different to them, and how it is special. On the afternoon of Feb. 14, 2023, Xavier student couple, Taylor Joseph and Adrian Thornton where in the school’s University Center after attending a Black history month program held on Xavier’s campus. Joseph and Thornton said they have been together for…

Campus Orgs Set the Mood for Valentine’s Day

February 14, 2023February 16, 2023 Samara Garmon

By Samara Garmon HBCU love is like no other. Student organizations put together special events for couples and single students at Xavier for this year’s Valentine’s Day on campus. In the University Center each organization promoted different activities but centered the spirit of love to lure students in to their tables. Dating app Bumble joined campus organizations like Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, The Women of Xavier, and even The Financial Aid Office were all in support of the couples at Xavier. “The purpose of our table is to make people…