Get Involved: Africa Student Groups at CU
'The purpose of the African Students Association is to provide a forum for meaningful discussion of the political, social, and cultural landscape of Africa. ASA aims to create a culturally enlightened community on campus by educating people about Africa, and welcomes all people interested in Africa and African issues. ASA was established to serve as a support network for its members and foster both an awareness and appreciation of African culture and heritage within the wider Columbia and Barnard community.'
Instagram @asacolumbia
Tiktok @columbiaasa
Twitter @cuafricans
Facebook @asacolumbia
Visit ASA's website to learn more.
'SPAN'S mission is to create a vibrant community at SIPA showcasing the development and diverse cultures of Africa and its Diaspora. SPAN is also an avenue to advocate for more representation from Africa and its Diaspora in SIPA's student body.'
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Facebook @sipaspan
'A student-led club aiming to engage the Columbia community with opportunities, challenges and current events regarding the African continent.'
Instagram: @adg.columbia
Visit ADG's linktree to learn more.
The Black Business Students Association (BBSA), established in 1973, promotes the well-being of Black-identifying students and allies and provides resources to promote their academic success, personal development and professional advancement. BBSA is dedicated to spotlighting and elevating the Black experience at Columbia Business School and to meaningfully impacting the student body and the local community.
The Columbia Business School (CBS) Africa Business Club (ABC) works to advance social and economic issues related to Africa and promote an understanding of Africa at Columbia Business School. ABC not only shares cultural and international perspectives from Africa on campus, but also builds community through education and various forms of engagement and entertainment. ABC serves to uplift the voices of Africa and the African diaspora on campus in unique ways by amplifying trends and opportunities within Africa and African culture to create a strong bond among members and allies.
The ABC also co-hosts the Columbia Africa Conference with other Columbia University graduate schools such as the School of International and Public Affairs and the School of Engineering. The conference is the largest African focused event at Columbia Business School. The conference engages attendees in fruitful discussion regarding challenges and opportunities in Africa. Furthermore, the mission of the Club is to increase awareness of business opportunities in Africa across the student body, not just among African students.