About the African American Cultural Center
The African American Cultural Center (AACC) at UConn provides a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes academic excellence, social consciousness, and cultural identity for students of African descent. Founded in 1968 as a response to student activism, the center has played a vital role in the university's diversity and equity efforts. AACC serves as a hub for leadership development, community engagement, and intellectual exploration — offering programming, resources, and events that celebrate the African diaspora and promote dialogue across cultures. At the AACC, students find community, mentorship, and a space to thrive — both personally and academically.
BHM CALENDAR
UPCOMING EVENTS
The weight we carry is not just emotional—it’s biological, historical, and deeply human.
Join us for The Weight We Carry: Healing Multi-Generational Trauma, a powerful conversation with public health practitioner Chineye (Chi) Anako as she explores how chronic stress, grief, and violence shape our health through the concept of “weathering.”
This is a call to see one another fully, foster resilience, and remember: the weight may shape us, but it does not define us.
🗓️ Wednesday, February 25
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Student Union Theatre
From celebration to connection — join us as we close out Black History Month with a Family Reunion ✨
A night rooted in culture, music, and togetherness.
🎧 Afrobeats • Dancehall • Soca • Hip Hop
🗓️ Friday, Feb 27 | 11PM–2AM
📍 Student Union Ballroom
Free for UConn students with ID | RSVP required scan code
#BHM #BlackJoy #UConnEvents #familyreunion
Test season is here! Let’s prepare together 📚✨
Academic success and community go hand in hand Join us this Thursday at 1 PM for a Test-Taking Strategies Workshop with Anytra 📝
Build confidence, reduce anxiety, and gain tools to thrive academically ✔️
We’re here to support you every step of the way 💛
🎓✨ Ready to level up your career journey?
Join us for How to Find a Job or Internship, a hands-on workshop designed to help you navigate the job and internship search with confidence. Learn how to find opportunities, use platforms like Handshake, 12twenty, and LinkedIn, tailor your resume and cover letter, and build strong networking strategies that help you stand out.
📅 Wednesday, February 25
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 AACC Community Room, Student Union 407A
💻 Virtual option available
This workshop is open to all UConn students—whether you’re just starting your search or refining your approach.
Scan the QR code to RSVP and take the next step toward your future! 🚀
#AACC #UConnLife #CareerReady #InternshipSearch #JobSearch BlackCulture StudentSuccess UConnCareers
Save the date ✨
Join us as we celebrate our seniors and honor excellence at the African American Cultural Center Annual Awards & Senior Banquet.
📅 April 27 | ⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 Student Union Ballroom
An evening of recognition, community, good food, and celebration 🎓🖤
Join the AACC and University of Connecticut Professor Thomas Craemer for an engaging discussion on his research surrounding slavery reparations. Dr. Craemer is a nationally recognized expert whose work continues to shape research and policy initiatives across the country.
🗓 Feb 18 | ⏰ 6–7 PM
📍 AACC Community Room, Student Union 407A
💻 Can’t attend in person? Join us virtually:
🔗 https://uconn-cmr.webex.com/uconn-cmr/j.php?MTID=m7efc313258501057d1f7b9c7e097ac32
We’re more than what meets the eye 🤍
More Than SKiN Deep (SKIN) is a space for self-discovery, connection, and honest reflection.
Join us for an eye-opening multimedia experience that brings us closer—to ourselves and to each other.
📅 Feb 19 | 6:30 PM | Werth Tower
Open to students, staff & faculty.
More Than SKiN Deep (SKIN) is an immersive, multimedia experience inviting you to look beyond labels and explore who you truly are beneath the surface. Through storytelling, reflection, and dialogue, this experience centers belonging, identity, and connection.
🎥 Casting Call
🗓 Feb 17 | ⏰ 5–7 PM
📍 African American Cultural Center (SU 407)
