We at the Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs (CBCSA) are glad you’re here, and we want you to have the support and community you need to be successful here at USC!
This program is open to all eligible individuals. CBCSA operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
OUR MISSION
The Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs (CBCSA) provides intentional, holistic, scholarly and co-curricular programming designed to strengthen the understanding of Black diasporic heritage. We enhance the academic, cultural, leadership and social development of the entire USC community.

Programs and Events
The CBCSA provides a variety of programming and events celebrating the rich history of Black people while promoting Black excellence as a community.
This program is open to all eligible individuals. CBCSA operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
Student Resources
The CBCSA provides a variety of resources to enhance the experience of all students at USC. This includes connections to Black student organizations, Black faculty & staff, and many other campus resources and opportunities.


Black Graduate Celebration
Bridging our past with our present, the Black Graduate Celebration serves as a traditional rite of passage that recognizes and affirms our students who have completed a rigorous journey through academia at the University of Southern California. Black Graduate Celebration is open to all graduating students to participate!
This program is open to all eligible individuals. CBCSA operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.


Black Alumni Association
The primary objective of the BAA is to enable the most diverse and inclusive experience for all USC students, alumni and supporters through leadership, networking and shared values—and to honor the rich legacy, contributions and participation of Black Trojans in the university and alumni communities.