African American Student Affairs
Welcome to African American Student Affairs (AASA), "a home away from home" for Northwestern's African American student community. Our office provides programs, services, and resources related to student advising, advocacy, outreach, and holistic development. We collaborate with the three other units within Multicultural Student Affairs, H/LSA, A/AASA, and the LGBT Resource Center, as well as various departments across campus. Please stop by our house at 1914 Sheridan Rd. to study, take a break, or socialize with friends.
Black History Month 2013
The NU community highlights African and African American culture through a variety of events, including guest speakers, panel discussions, films, social gatherings, theatrical performances and literary forums, just to name a few. AASA is proud to present the Black History Month (BHM) Calendar for 2013! Click the cover below to download yours, or stop by 1914 Sheridan and pick up a copy!
Gardner/Exum Scholarship
The Gardner-Exum Scholarship Fund was established in December of 1986 to honor Northwestern Univerity alumnus Attorney Milton Gardner, co-founder of For Members Only- Northwestern University's Black Student Alliance, and Professor William Exum, former chairperson of the Department of African American Studies. Because of their commitment to academic excellence, concern for Black students, community needs, and their belief that effective leadership can make a major impact on our lives, this scholarship has assisted many Black student leaders for over two decades.Congratulations to our 2013 winners!
- 1st Place ($3000): Jasmine Atwell, Class of 2013
- 2nd Place ($1500): Sarah Watson, Class of 2015
- 3rd Place ($500 each): Ryan Arrendell, Class of 2013; Diamond Greer, Class of 2014; Opeyemi Kusoro, Class of 2013
African American Community Resource Guide
If you're new to campus or the Evanston area and looking for places of interest for Hispanics/Latinos, check out our newly published Resource Guide for the best places to eat, visit or just hang out!
Weekly Email Listserv
The weekly announcements serve as an e-newsletter with information and news regarding opportunities that may be of interest to students. The email is sent out every Wednesday during the academic year (except the winter, spring, and summer breaks).