About Us

Our story

Welcome to the African Graduate Students' Association

We are a vibrant community dedicated to enriching the graduate experience for students of African descent at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.

Our Mission

AGSA fosters a strong sense of belonging for African and diaspora students, elevates awareness of African culture and critical issues within the U-M community, and creates a platform for meaningful intellectual engagement with the continent.

What We Do

We build community, support academic growth, and celebrate our shared heritage through four core pillars:

Cultural Exchange & Community

We share African traditions, values, and cultures with the broader university community while hosting regular social gatherings to build lifelong camaraderie among our members.

Intellectual Engagement

We provide an open forum to discuss key issues affecting Africa and its diaspora, creating space for dialogue, cultural exchange, and critical reflection.

Academic & Professional Development

We connect members with professional opportunities tied to the African continent, build bi-directional career networks, and serve as mentors for African and diaspora undergraduates aiming for graduate school.

Outreach 

We partner with aligned organizations across campus and lead service initiatives that give back to communities of African ancestry locally and globally