HBCU Network of Western Mass Freshman Send Off

We are group of Alumni from Western Mass who graduated from HBCU's. We unite HBCU alumni, current students, and future scholars in Western Massachusetts through mentorship, support and community. We are organizing a Freshman Send-Off, a celebratory event honoring local students who will be heading off to Historically Black Colleges and Universities this fall. The gathering is intended to welcome and encourage our incoming freshmen and transfer students, while also bringing together returning students, their families, and HBCU alumni from the community. Our hope is to create a warm, supportive space where students can connect with one another and with alumni who can share guidance and encouragement as they begin this next chapter. The event will be modest in size, with approximately 30 guests expected. We plan to serve light beverages and a small meal, and we would of course follow any guidelines the library has regarding food and drink on the premises. We would also be glad to handle our own setup and cleanup to leave the space exactly as we found it. The Mason Square Library holds a meaningful place in our community, and we can think of no better setting to celebrate these students as they prepare to continue their education. We would be grateful for the opportunity to gather in your space.