Black Cultural Center

Purpose/goals of center

To uplift and embody Black cultural values and promote cultural awareness.
To provide an inclusive environment to support student success.
To serve as a liaison to university academic partners such as African and Black Diaspora, and work with partners to provide programs, resources and services for students, faculty and staff.

Signature programs and events

Welcome Black DePaul

A university-wide event at the beginning of the academic year that facilitates a nurturing community and sense of belonging among Black students, faculty and staff. Welcome Black Week offers food, entertainment, BCC and Sankofa gear, and an opportunity for fellowship.

Black Hair Expo

An event centered around the promotion of Black hair health and wellness. In past Black Hair Expos, students received free hair and beauty supplies or a free hairstyle by a licensed professional in the Black Cultural Center.

The Cookout

The Cookout is a major opportunity for Black students to be in community with each other. Led by the Black Student Union and in collaboration with the BCC, The Cookout is one of the biggest events of fall quarter, complete with food, a DJ, and various activities.

Sankofa Black Student Formation

In partnership with the Office of Religious Diversity, the Sankofa Formation Program dives into the diverse aspects of Black identity, empowers Black students to lead and live well, and provides skills for the development of spiritual and holistic wellness.

Meet Black DePaul

A series of events throughout the Fall Quarter where Black students have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the different university services available to them.

Weekly Wednesday Events

Every Wednesday, the Black Cultural Center staff holds different events throughout the quarters. In the past, these have been movie nights, arts and crafts, redacted poetry, and making figurines.

Aya United

A series of events throughout the Fall Quarter where Black students have the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the different university services available to them.

Upcoming Events

Services Offered

Individual student support, includes connecting students to university resources that address their concerns and foster personal, academic, professional, and holistic development
Group support for student organizations, includes leadership development, event planning, funding, and connection to campus resources
Community Education, includes hosting spaces, workshops, dialogue, and training that raises awareness about individual and collective histories / stories of the African and Black diaspora
University Collaborations, includes collaboration between faculty, staff, and departments that foster a sense of belonging at DePaul

Filming Policy

To ensure a safe and respectful environment, filming, photographing, or recording within the Cultural & Resource Centers (CRC) is prohibited without the explicit consent of a Cultural & Resource Center professional staff member AND all individuals involved. This policy applies to all guests, visitors, and staff. Violations may result in removal from the space and potential further actions. To obtain permission to film, please contact the CRC Staff at culturalcenter@depaul.edu.

Additional Resources

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