On the first day of Black History Month, Rowan’s Black Student Union hosted its Obsidian Ball, an opportunity for members of Rowan’s black community to gather and enjoy themselves through dancing and music. Joining Rowan’s BSU were the New Life Ministry, the Black Closure League, and with the Men of Color Lines serving as the event’s co-sponsors.
Mark Green and members of the New Life Church choir perform at the introduction of the Rowan Black Student Union Obsidian Ball at the Student Center Ballroom. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. – Staff Photographer / Owen Miller.Ciera Bertheau, Johnathan Sutton III, and Meadow Carstarphen are awarded by BSU President Molique Wright for their contributions to Rowan’s Black Student Union at the BSU Obsidian Ball at the Student Center Ballroom. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. – Staff Photographer / Owen Miller.Amya Dickens and Amina Syks (left) dance with Jarell Sims (right) and several other students at the Rowan Black Student Union Obsidian Ball at the Student Center Ballroom. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. – Staff Photographer / Owen Miller.Several students dance on the floor of the Student Center Ballroom at the Rowan Black Student Union Obsidian Ball. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. – Staff Photographer / Owen Miller.Rowan Black Student Union Vice President Kaitlyn Jennings crowns the winner of Obsidian Ball King at the Student Center Ballroom. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. – Staff Photographer / Owen Miller.Rowan Black Student Union Vice President Kaitlyn Jennings crowns the winner of Obsidian Ball Queen at the Student Center Ballroom. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. – Staff Photographer / Owen Miller.
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