Welcome to the Aggie Black Excellence Resources page, where you can find organizations for African diasporic people and cultures at UC Davis, whether you are an undergraduate student, graduate student, faculty, staff, or alumni. You can also find support networks for Black student recruitment and retention at UC Davis.
Resources for Students
Center for African Diaspora Student Success (CADSS)
The Center for African Diaspora Student Success (CADSS) is a space for graduate and undergraduate students who are part of the African diaspora at the University of California, Davis. CADSS provides a multitude of resources and a sense of community at UC Davis.
Black Student Union (BSU)
The Black Student Union is a community for the African Diaspora that provides self-identity support by creating a family-like space. BSU hosts many events throughout the school year to help students network with other students and groups.
Black Graduate and Professional Student Association (BGPSA)
The Black Graduate and Professional Student Association supports UC Davis graduate students who are a part of the African Diaspora. BGPSA provides a positive community space for Black-identifying graduate and professional students at UC Davis, prioritizing mental health, professional support, and social well-being.
For additional information on African Diaspora Student Organizations, visit https://cadss.ucdavis.edu/resources/student-organization
Resources for Faculty and Staff
UC Davis African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA)
The African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) is an organization of Black faculty and staff at UC Davis that addresses issues impacting the African diaspora on campus and in the surrounding communities. Members focus on ways to increase Black faculty and staff recruitment, retention, and career advancement.
UC Davis Health African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA Health)
African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) Health is a Employee Resource Group that seeks to build community, identify career development opportunities and provide resources for African American employees at UC Davis Health. They support members' personal and professional development and cultivate a sense of belonging for all employees.
Resources for Alumni
African and African American Alumni Association (5A)
The African and African American Alumni Association (5A) works to enhance the educational, personal and cultural development of African and African American students and alumni, fostering a vibrant UC Davis community
Support for Student Recruitment and Retention
African Continuum
African Continuum is a network of Black staff and faculty at UC Davis supporting students. Events and opportunities for Black community members and students can be found on their webpage.
African Diaspora Cultivating Education
The African Diaspora Cultivating Education is one of the community programs in the Student Recruitment and Retention Center (SRRC), supporting the African Diaspora who are pursuing higher education. ACE creates a supportive and empowering environment that encourages academic success, personal success, and growth.