Founded in 1982, UHURU has been one of Chesapeake’s most active student organizations. UHURU means freedom in Swahili and the organization’s motto is “knowledge is freedom from ignorance.” UHURU BSU works to promote and preserve the history and culture of African Americans and to promote integrity, pride, and unity among culturally diverse students and the student body at large.

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