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Oct. 8, 2025

FEATURE STORIES

Symphony of Soul Shines at Capitol Battle of the Bands


The Symphony of Soul delivered a powerful performance at the 2025 Capitol Battle of the Bands.

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Lights, Camera, Action: Prince George’s Film Festival Takes the Stage at Bowie State


Bowie State University hosted the fourth annual Prince George’s Film Festival in the Fine & Performing Arts Center’s Dionne Warwick Theater, featuring independent and student films, panels and workshops that celebrated storytelling and community.
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On the Right Track: Bowie State Helps Drive New Transit Project


State and county officials joined the Maryland Transportation Authority at Bowie State to support the MARC Joint Development Project. Elected officials and community supporters toured the development site and voiced support for the economic growth the project will bring.

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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Fall 2025 Town Hall


BSU’s Fall Town Hall featured leadership updates on university initiatives, campus operations and student success, along with a Q&A with the community. Watch the full Town Hall here and review the presentation here.

BSU Welcomes Over 400 Future Bulldogs to Fall Open House


High school students and their families discovered programs, met the BSU community and experienced the spirit of Bulldog Nation at the 2025 Undergraduate Open House.
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BORN TO BE BOLD

Student Spotlight: Ari'Anna Redmond


Health Services Administration major Ari’Anna Redmond is a business owner, youth mentor and award recipient, proving that resilience and vision can create lasting impact.

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From Campus to Community: Bowie State’s Carla Hopkins Earns Regents’ Award


Guided by a deep sense of purpose, Director of Alumni Engagement & Stewardship Carla Hopkins’ record of educational board service has been uninterrupted for 25 years. Hopkins is creating ripples of positive change for Bowie State University and beyond.

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HOMECOMING

Homecoming Week
Oct. 26 - Nov. 2, 2025


Get Ready for Bowie State University’s Homecoming 2025 — IT’LL BE OFF THE CHAIN!


Bowie State University is celebrating 160 years of excellence and 90 years of Homecoming tradition! This beloved annual gathering brings together students, alumni, employees and community members near and far for a family-friendly celebration filled with pride, connection and Bulldog spirit. Find more information at BowieState.edu/Homecoming

Homecoming Gospel Concert
Oct. 26, 2025


BSU is kicking off Homecoming week with an evening of uplifting music and fellowship. The gospel concert will feature the BSU Choir and the Alumni Gospel Choir performing alongside award-winning gospel artists Tim Bowman Jr. and Kierra Sheard-Kelly.

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Comedian Dave Chapelle Kicks Off New Culture Series at Bowie State 


A legendary season begins with a legend. This fall, we launch the Dionne Warwick Cultural Arts Series — hosted in the iconic Dionne Warwick Theater, the first performing arts venue to bear her name. Our Founding Artist is Dave Chappelle, and, on October 18, Chappelle will take the stage for an unforgettable, intimate performance. And this is just the beginning. Enjoy the series, explore patron packages and support Bowie State. Details available here

DID YOU KNOW?

New BSU PowerPoint Templates Available


The Division of Marketing & Communications wants to help your presentations look their best. We’ve created PowerPoint templates that you can download and customize with your own content — helping your presentations look polished, professional and on-brand every time.
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CAMPUS EVENTS

Fall 2025 Career & Internship Fair

Oct. 22, 2025 | 1–4 p.m.


Don't miss the BSU Fall Career Fair. All majors are welcome. Students will have the opportunity to meet with dozens of employers and may register onsite.

Oct. 10, 2025

Sincerely, Love Mental Health Summit

Oct. 11, 2025

Bowie vs. Virginia State (Honors Day/Family Day/Black Out)

Oct. 13, 2025

Indigenous Peoples' Day Lunch and Learn

Oct. 15, 2025

Doing Business with Bowie: Supplier Connection Fair

Oct. 20, 2025

"Thriving: Black Men in Higher Ed" Screening Premiere

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BSU IN THE NEWS

Bowie State's Band Performs


Oct. 1, 2025
FOX 5 DC


BSU Band Director Billy Bennett talks about growing the size of the Symphony of Soul Marching Band and participating in the Capitol Battle of the Bands Showcase. Junior Jonathan Bowlding shared his love for leading the mellophone section. 
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BSU Alumna Jalia A. Jackson to be honored for leadership in civil and human rights


Oct. 2, 2025
The Baltimore Times 


While at Bowie State, Jaila A. Jackson emerged as a campus leader focused on academic excellence, community service and mentorship. She is among 13 local women to be honored during the 30th Annual Fannie Lou Hamer Awards reception.
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Sixty-nine Bowie State Student-Athletes Named to Spring 2025 CIAA Commissioner's Honor Roll


Sept. 28, 2025
HBCU Advocate


The CIAA Commissioner’s Honor Roll celebrates the academic accomplishments of student-athletes representing all 12 member institutions with a 3.0 GPA or higher during the semester.
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Please note: The next issue of the BSYou Newsletter will be published on Oct. 22, 2025. 

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