• Welcome to your home away from home.

    Be part of the AACC to feel connected at UConn. The AACC is a space for belonging, cultural expression, support, and empowerment — designed to uplift and inspire Black, African, and Caribbean students through programs, leadership, and community.

    Feel connected. Feel at home. Feel AACC.

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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.

The AACC's History

The African American Cultural Center was founded in 1968 during a time of widespread civil unrest and calls for racial equity across U.S. college campuses. At UConn, students and allies advocated for a space that would support Black students’ academic success, cultural expression, and community empowerment. Since then, the AACC has remained a cornerstone of inclusion, leadership, and education — uplifting generations of students through cultural events, activism, mentorship, and celebration.

“The AACC...was a symbol that the Black student experience at UConn mattered and that there was a place for our community at UConn”
— Dr. G. Duncan Harris CLAS Economics '92
“Reserving the AACC for our club events made a huge difference for us...”
— Student Leader at UConn
“The AACC has always been my spot for when I need to study, talk, eat, anything...”
— Student, Class of 2026

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Take a break and unwind with us 💆🏽‍♀️✨
Join the African American Cultural Center for a peaceful evening to relax and recharge your energy.
Aromatherapy • Guided breathing • Coloring & DIY stress balls 🕯️
📅 November 5th | ⏰ 4–6 PM

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