Strive at Northwestern creates a supportive haven for Black men

A beacon of support and empowerment, Strive is Northwestern’s exclusively Black-male club. Founded on the principles of unity, education and community outreach, Strive stands as a vital student organization, providing a safe and relaxed space for Black men in an environment that can often be isolating, SESP junior and Strive President Jackson Gordwin said.

“I’ve just always been passionate about helping the Black community, specifically the Black male community just because it’s something that I closely identify with,” Gordwin said.

Strive was created in response to the need for a sense . . .