The third annual With1VoiceNight: Shoot for Change Anti-Racism basketball game is being played this weekend at Nipissing University.
The Nipissing University Black Association for Student Expression (NUBASE) and Lakers Basketball event offers students a platform to advocate for marginalized communities while raising money for student bursaries.
“Each year, this event gives us a platform to raise awareness about racism and advocate for increased financial supports for students of colour at Nipissing,” says Taijon Eccleston-Graham, Lakers student-athlete and NUBASE co-founder and president. “Bursaries are an essential component of student success and we are so thankful for the generosity and enthusiasm of the community over the last two years. We look forward to another successful event.”
The Lakers are hosting the University of Windsor Lancers at the Surtees Athletic Centre on Saturday.
The women play at 6 pm, followed by the men at 8 pm. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
There’s also a variety of game-day activities, giveaways, a raffle and more.
Since its inaugural year, Shoot for Change has raised over $26,000.
Following the first game in 2022, the Warren Lindsay Bursary was established.
Its awarded annually to a student at Nipissing University who identifies as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Colour and who demonstrates financial need.
Donations will also be matched, up to $5,000, by the Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board.
