# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The African Students Association (ASA) is hosting its annual banquet. The banquet seeks to celebrate African cultural identity.About this EventJoin the African Students Association (ASA) for our Annual Banquet on April 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM (ET) at the Carnegie Building-Root Room, an evening dedicated to celebrating African culture, community, and the enduring legacy of Yakubu Saaka. This year’s banquet, “Akoma: Drawing from the Heart,” takes its inspiration from the Adinkra symbol Akoma, representing patience, compassion, and the heart. Through this theme, we honor Yakubu Saaka’s life and legacy while drawing attention to the stories, resilience, and lived realities of the African continent, alongside the beauty and richness of its cultures.The evening will feature live performances, music, dance, storytelling, cultural expression, and African cuisine, bringing together students, faculty, and community members in a vibrant and welcoming celebration of African identity and heritage. Alongside the celebration, the banquet serves as a fundraiser for the Yakubu Saaka Memorial Fund, a scholarship that supports African students in attending Oberlin College. 100% of ticket proceeds go directly toward supporting this fund.We warmly invite you to join us for a meaningful evening of culture, reflection, and connection as we celebrate Africa, honor Yakubu Saaka’s legacy, and support future generations of African students  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/259a7f20-1fc0-11f1-a80c-71aa7eb81ff0-rimg-w1110-h740-dc171617-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oberlin/yakubu-saaka-memorial-banquet-akoma-drawing-from-the-heart/100001985188334749
- **Event Categories**: art, fine-arts, nonprofit, food-drinks, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 8, max: 8, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Oberlin
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Carnegie Building
- **lat**: 41.2947541
- **long**: -82.2194458
- **full address**: Carnegie Building, 52 West Lorain Street, Oberlin, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart being held?
  - **A:** Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart takes place on Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Carnegie Building, 52 West Lorain Street, Oberlin, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart?
  - **A:** Tickets for Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart are priced at USD 8 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 8Available
- **Q**: Who is organizing Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart?
  - **A:** Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart is organized by Oberlin College - Africa Student Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oberlin, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Yakubu Saaka Memorial Banquet: Akoma - Drawing from the Heart sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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