About Black Programs
OUR MISSION
Black Programs unites students of African American, Black, Caribbean, and African descent in developing scholarship, leadership, and advocacy as students, graduates, and alumni. We share the awareness and history of Black culture and excellence to the campus at large, the Las Cruces community, and through various engagements.
Our African American, Black, Caribbean, and African descent have the opportunity to engage in programs, events, and initiatives that allow them to engage in intentional, cultural affinity but also develop a successful network among each other and also among our Black faculty and staff.
In the upcoming years, Black Programs will support our reimagined living learning residential community (Sankofa); Scholarship with involvement with various, Black academic organizations; Mentoring from a peer and faculty and staff model inclusive of students major and support; and events and programs that enhance the engagement (academically, socially, and civically) that creates a sense of support and belonging during our students time here.
We welcome all to our amazing space of gathering and learning where all are welcomed and all are supported!
LOCATION
Physical Location
Corbett Center Student Union, Room 234,
1600 International Mall,
Las Cruces 88003
Black Programs does not currently offer any classes directly through the program, but the College of Arts & Sciences offers:
- History 361, African American History to 1877
- History 362, African American History 1877-present
- AFST 1150, Intro to Africana Studies
- Academic guidance
- Career Advising
- Computer labs
- Mentoring
- Scholarship information and opportunities
- Connect students with campus and community partners to enrich your educational experience
Become an active member of Black Programs' student organizations!
- Black Student Association (BSA) — student led and centered
-Black Programs works in conjunction with BSA via guidance, resources, and support - Success through Sisterhood — creating pathways to success for women of color
-Access to professional mentors, speaker and opportunities
-Engage in self-care initiatives
-strengthen self-esteem and self-confidence
-Build a positive support network
-Share your talents and gifts - Men of Color Initiative (MOC)
- Fundraiser
- Tailgates
- "Let's Talk About It"
- A confidential forum for discussion and support
- Hang out in the Student Lounge
- Have a voice in community affairs
- Engage in university events
- Become a part of Black Program's Living Learning Community (LLC)
- Sankofa Black Culture LLC
- Located in Cervantes Village, sophomores and above from any ethnic and cultural back ground who have an interest in Black culture can live together. The LLC is a supportive environment where students who share interest in experiencing, celebrating, and being deeply connected with Black culture can live together and participate in programs that promote their academic, social, and personal development. It is designed to enhance residents' sense of belonging at NMSU while also examining local, national and global issues relevant to Black culture.
- Activities include:
- Black Programs Homecoming tailgate
- Movie nights exploring representation of Black characters in horror films
- Self-care workshops
- Sankofa Black Culture LLC
Visit the Scholarship Donation Page to donate to the Black Programs' endowment and scholarship, as well as meet some of the recipients.
- Mentorship
- Internship opportunities
- Networking
- Collaborative Peer Work
- Research development
- Career development
- Professional presentation opportunities.