Aggie Black Excellence Community Resources

For Students

• African/African American Living-Learning Community: A residence hall community that fosters academic success and belonging for students with an interest in African and African American culture.

• African Diaspora Cultivating Education (ACE): A peer mentoring and leadership development program supporting the academic and personal success of undergraduates.

• African Diaspora Student Organizations (list from the CADSS): A directory of student-run organizations connected to the African diaspora.

• CADSS: Provides advising, mentoring, tutoring, and cultural affirmation to help students thrive.

• Center for Student Involvement Aggie Life Directory: Searchable database of UC Davis student clubs and organizations, including identity-based groups.

• Cross Cultural Center (CCC): Creates space and programming for intercultural engagement, advocacy, and student support.

For Faculty and Staff

• African American Faculty and Staff Association – UC Davis: Provides community, advocacy, and professional support for faculty and staff.

• African American Faculty and Staff Association – UC Davis Health: Builds community and offers advocacy, mentorship, and professional development at UC Davis Health.

• Center for Advancing Multicultural Perspectives on Science (CAMPOS): Promotes research, mentoring, and leadership development for scholars in the sciences.

• Center for Advancing Multicultural Perspectives on Social Sciences, Arts, and Humanities (CAMPSSAH): Supports faculty research, mentorship, and collaboration in the social sciences, arts, and humanities.

For Alumni

• African and African American Alumni Association (5A): Connects alumni with UC Davis, supports mentorship, and celebrates Black excellence through events and programs.

External & Community Resources

• California Black Chamber of Commerce: A statewide network advocating for Black-owned businesses and economic development.

• Greater Sacramento Urban League: Promotes economic empowerment through education, workforce development, and community programs.

• Roberts Family Development Center: Provides youth, parent, and community programs focused on education and empowerment.

• Sacramento Black Chamber of Commerce: Supports Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs through networking, training, and advocacy.

• Sacramento NAACP Branch: Advances political, educational, social, and economic equality through advocacy and community programming.

• Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum: Promotes cultural awareness and education through exhibits, youth programs, and community events.