Black Lives at Cornell (BLAC) Book

Documenting Black Life at Cornell

About Us

The purpose of The BLACBook is to develop community and togetherness among black students and groups on Cornell's campus, as well as to connect with the larger Ithaca black community. The BlacBook seeks to put together a yearbook at the conclusion of each academic year that highlights and shares the experiences of black students, black groups, black events, and so on.

Our Core Pillars

The BLACBook is more than just a publication; it is a living archive of our experiences at Cornell.

Document

Creating a permanent, physical record of Black excellence and student life on campus.

Celebrate

Highlighting the achievements, events, and everyday joys of our community.

Connect

Bridging the gap between various student organizations and the greater Ithaca area.

Join the Creative Team

The BLACBook is always looking for passionate students to help bring our annual publication to life. Whether your skills lie in event photography, digital layout design, or editorial writing, you can play a crucial role in curating our community’s visual history.


Reach out to learn more about joining our executive board or creative committees for the upcoming academic year.

Everything You Need to Know

Whether you are an organization looking to secure your page in this year's edition or a student wondering how to get a copy, here are the details.

  • Group Registration & Requirements

    To secure a dedicated spread for your organization in this year's publication, groups must complete our annual registration process. We require an updated member roster and a primary E-board contact to streamline layout approvals and photo requests.

  • Photo Submission

    We want to highlight your best moments! When submitting photos from your events, general body meetings, or galas, please ensure they are high-resolution for the best print quality. Include a brief event description and the names of featured individuals so our editorial team can caption them accurately.

  • Purchasing and Distribution

    Pre-orders for the physical yearbook typically open early in the spring semester. Distribution events are held at the end of the academic year. Join our mailing list or follow us on social media to be the first to know when the latest edition drops!

Stay Connected with Our Community

Follow our listserv and Socials  to be the first to know about photo submission deadlines, E-board openings, and when pre-orders drop for the next edition

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