The murder of George Floyd made a searing and indelible impression on the entire world. In the wake of an international demand for more just systems, during 2020, students at Hostos Community College challenged the institution to take a stand in support and defense of Black Lives. Student leaders voiced their hopes, fears, and demands of the College to ensure that Hostos is an affirming institution for its Black students. Students demanded to be seen, acknowledged, and affirmed. In response, President Daisy Cocco De Filippis spearheaded a working group to address the concerns. From the students’ righteous cries, Black @ Hostos was birthed. During this interactive workshop, presenters will share the intentionality behind and sustainability of programming, and the cultivation of a shared understanding of struggles, past and present, as well as the triumphant spirit of a people who continually call for America to live up to its highest ideals.