Black Graduate Student Association

The mission of the Black Graduate Student Association is to promote an environment for Black students and students of African descent to facilitate and cultivate a safe space and establish a community that bolsters the advancement of Black representation throughout all professional realms.

The purpose of the BGSA is to foster a community amongst Black graduates and professional students at The University of Texas at Dallas. The BGSA aims to provide a network for all graduate students of the Black/African Diaspora to be supported through the completion of their degree and promote academic excellence. Graduate students may express ideas, concerns, and grievances in a safe space. This organization shall create opportunities for social activities, leadership, professional development, and mentoring among the University of Texas at Dallas community and surrounding city. BGSA will also serve as a voice and advocate for the Black graduate and professional students at The University of Texas at Dallas.

We hold monthly social activities, professional development activities, mentorship programs through professional and undergraduate relationships, and various community service opportunities.