On Giving Day, your support for scholarships and student groups dedicated to Black and African students is crucial in fostering a more inclusive and supportive campus environment. By contributing to these funds, you help provide opportunities for academic growth, cultural enrichment, and professional development.
Your generosity ensures that Black and African students have the resources they need to succeed and thrive, while also strengthening diversity and promoting a vibrant community for all. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the future of these students and their communities.
Simply click on the scholarship, student group, or program names below to make a gift to these funds.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Please consider supporting scholarships for Black and African students to help provide greater opportunities for education and personal growth. Your contribution can make a significant impact by fostering academic success and promoting diversity within higher education.
Black/African American Physical Therapist Scholarship
Ted Johnson Memorial Scholarship
STUDENT GROUPS
Please consider supporting these student groups focused on Black or African students to help create a supportive and inclusive environment for academic and cultural growth. By coming together, we can strengthen our community and ensure that all students have the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.
The Black Student Union of Northern Arizona University is an established organization associated with motivating students to stay actively involved on campus, coordinating activities to strengthen cultural awareness, and providing a professionally organized body of students that deal with social, cultural, and educational issues.
The African Students Association aims to protect and promote the interests of its members, raise awareness on socio-economic and political issues in Africa, and present a positive image of the continent. It also strives to foster an academic environment for knowledge exchange and preserve African culture.
The purpose of this student organization is to provide networking opportunities as well as academic, career, emotional, and financial support for those who identify as BIPOC and are pursuing any professional career.
PROGRAMS
Northern Arizona University is addressing the need for accessible and affordable hair care services, particularly for students with textured hair. In response to concerns raised by the Black Student Union, the university piloted a barber and stylist service in Fall 2024, which was well-received. The fundraising goal of $25,000 aims to provide eight scheduled hair care service days per year, offer specialized hair products through Louie’s Cupboard, and ensure that students have the resources they need to feel confident and connected to their cultural identity.
