UA Black Alumni (UABA) - About Us

The University of Arizona Black Alumni (UABA) is made up of accomplished graduates and former students of the UA who live throughout the world. Associate memberships are available to UA graduates, former students, and others who support the goals of the organization.

UABA was founded in 1982 to promote academic excellence among Black students at the university.

University Support

The UABA, one of the most active clubs in the Alumni Association's organizational structure, receives administrative and logistical support from the Arizona Alumni Association. Lines of communication and cooperation are well established between the UABA and the President's Office, Student Financial Aid, the African American Student Affairs and the UA Foundation. The UABA also works closely with relevant staff offices, program directors, and student organizations that share interests and concern.
For information on Federal Aide, visit the FAFSA Websites.

Corporate Support

The UABA recognizes the importance of support from corporations, businesses, and foundations. By virtue of those relationships, the UABA now enjoys a growing scholarship endowment unique among all public universities.

Individual and Community

The success of the UA Black Alumni can be traced directly to individuals who become members, volunteer time, share ideas, participate, and donate their money. Support for the UABA comes from alumni and friends throughout the world. UA Black Alumni members and associate members are visibly involved in communities throughout the country. Members serve on governing bodies and advisory boards, hold public office, and volunteer for civic causes. We are most very proud of members and friends who volunteer their time with students as advisors or mentors.

The UABA has accomplished much since 1982, but the future holds new major obstacles, including changing demographics, escalating costs for education, and rising community expectations.

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