Athletics and Recreation teams up with Mark Stoddart on Black History Month design
Mark Stoddart, pictured here wearing his design called ‘Bold, Beautiful & Brilliant’ for Black History Month. The design was made in collaboration with TMU’s Athletics and Recreation department. Photo: Jack Flawless Photography
TMU’s Athletics and Recreation department are celebrating Black History Month with special events and an exciting collaboration with Mark Stoddart.
Stoddart is a Toronto-based artist, designer, activist and owner of LIWI68.COM, an online boutique store that advertises and sells merchandise with the intent to educate, empower and unite. His art collections have found homes with prominent individuals, including Masai Ujiri, President of the Toronto Raptors, NBA player Tracy McGrady, Director Spike Lee, WNBA player Tammy Sutton Brown, Dwayne De Rosario, Canadian former professional soccer player, and 1968 Olympian Dr. John Carlos, known for his silent protest with a raised fist on the podium in Mexico City.
In collaboration with TMU Athletics and Recreation, Mark has designed a custom t-shirt - ‘Bold, Beautiful & Brilliant’ - for TMU Athletics and Recreation staff members to wear through the month and TMU Bold varsity student-athletes to wear as they warm up during all home and away games in February.
You, too, can get a shirt, available online at LIWI68.COM (external link) .
To learn more about Stoddart, his design and its significance, check out the video below:
Credit: Mark Samy
Join TMU Athletics and Recreation on the court, the ice and at the RAC this February
There are a number of games and events coming up for the TMU Bold with both basketball teams playing on Feb. 2 and the men’s hockey team playing on Feb. 3. The TMU community is also invited to a special speaking event on Feb. 6 with Mark Stoddart. TMU students, staff and faculty are welcome to join a group fitness dance party on Feb. 16 at the RAC. Plus, on Feb 18th you can meet Mark Stoddart as he hosts a pop up photoshoot and event at The Innovation Studio at The Creative School.
TMU Students get into all games and events for free with their OneCard.
TMU Bold Women’s & Men’s Basketball Game
Friday, February 2, at 6 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Mattamy Athletic Centre: TMU Bold vs. Nipissing Lakers
TMU Bold Men’s Hockey Game
Saturday, Feb. 3 at 7 p.m.
Mattamy Athletic Centre: TMU Bold Men’s Hockey vs. Guelph
The Bold, Beautiful & Brilliant Speaking Engagement
Tuesday, Feb. 6 from 12 - 2 p.m.
Mattamy Athletic Centre: 4th floor Jet Ice Lounge (north side of the arena)
Michelle Forde, manager PICCABR, equity and community inclusion at TMU, will kick off the event with opening remarks and will introduce keynote speaker Mark Stoddart. He will share his journey of 'Fostering positive change through art, sports, and social activism' followed by a Q&A lead by Michelle Forde, manager PICCABR & ECI. All TMU students, faculty and staff are welcome to attend. (google form) Register here (external link)
Black History Month Dance Party with Dione
Friday, Feb. 16 from 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. at RAC Studio 1.
Celebrating influential Black artists of our time.
TMU students, staff and faculty welcome - no pre-registration required.
LIWI68: Bold, Beautiful & Brilliant Pop Up Photoshoot
Sunday, Feb. 18 from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. at The Innovation Studio at The Creative School (110 Bond Street)
Meet the host and artist, Mark Stoddard and award-winning photographer Jack Flawless will capture your bold, beautiful and brilliant essence. Pre-order your Bold, Beautiful & Brilliant shirt today at LIWI68.COM (external link) and take part in the experience. (google form) Register here (external link)
For more information on Athletics and Recreation’s plans for Black History Month, visit their website (external link) .