ASP Student Organizations

• African Americans United in Science (AAUS)

  African-Americans United in Science was founded in 1999 and was the first African American academic/professional organization on UCR's campus. AAUS strives to increase educational and professional opportunities available to African American science students at UCR through resources such as physician shadowing, mentoring, networking, and prep course discounts.

  AAUS provides a summer internship and testing grants for members interested in medicine via collaboration with The Vines Society, a society of Black physicians in the Inland Empire.

  AAUS also reaches out to the Inland Empire community through their tutoring program SOAR and outreach event Roads to Success.

  HighlanderLink: AAUS
• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. (Kappa Theta Chapter)

  Founded on the campus of Howard University in 1908, Alpha Kappa Alpha is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by and for African American college-trained women. The purpose of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority is to be of service to all mankind through cultivating and encouraging high scholastic and ethical standards and promoting unity and friendship among college women. The Kappa Theta Chapter was chartered at UCR in 1976.

  HighlanderLink: AKA

• Black Psych Society (B’Psych)

  HighlanderLink: BPSYCH

• Black Scholars in Business (BSIB)

  The purpose(s) of this organization, Blacks Rising in Domestic and Global Entrepreneurship, is to foster the development of entrepreneurship and business literacy with UCR’s Pan-African community by serving as a bridge between young entrepreneurs and the resources and opportunities that will cultivate their development. It is intended to serve as an incubator space in which students can enhance their skill sets, expand their network and hone in on their passion with the goal of not only being competitive within the job market but also laying the foundation to be an owner outside of it. B.R.I.D.G.E will help all students in all areas of study to succeed in the professional world by providing them with numerous resources and opportunities.

  HighlanderLink: ucrbridge

• Black Student Experience Working Group (BSEWG)

  See what UC Riverside is doing to elevate its Black student experience. Learn more about BSEWG.

• Black Student Union (BSU)

  The purpose(s) of this organization shall be to provide a space for all students to gain personal knowledge and information about African/African American/Black populations in an effort to help bring down the cultural barriers and stereotypes that have plagued the African/African American/Black minority for centuries. ASA aspires to do this through programming, outreach, meetings, events, and any other means to ensure that all who desire the information, shall receive it.

  In the context of the University of California, Riverside community as well as the greater Inland Empire, BSU serves to be an all-inclusive outlet in which any people who desire to share knowledge and enrich our mission statement.

  BSU will provide whatever resources necessary to assist other cultural groups within the University. The outlying community will also receive whatever resources necessary to help expand and enrich the mission statement.

  HighlanderLink: blackstudentunionatucr

   
• Caribbean Student Union (CSU)

  The Caribbean Student Union is an organization open to anyone interested in the cutlures of the countries and islands of the Caribbean/West Indies.

  HighlanderLink: caribbeanstudentunion

• Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated (Mu Chi Chapter)

  Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a private, nonprofit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world. The major programs of the sorority are connected to economic development, educational development, international awareness and involvement, physical and mental health, and political awareness and involvement.

  HighlanderLink: muchideltasigmatheta

• National Black Law Student Association (NBLSA)

  The purpose of this organization shall be to provide community support for students who desire to obtain a deeper understanding of the legal field through various services such as mentorship opportunities with a local bar association, the opportunity to shadow practitioners of the law who encourage academic excellence, as well as to provide the essential tools needed to assist students in their advancements into the professional community. This club is not limited to those that are in pursuit of a J.D., but for everyone interested in law and related fields. 

  HighlanderLink: NBLSA

• National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)

  The goals of the NPHC include unanimity of thought in the conduct of Greek letter collegiate fraternities and sororities and to consider problems of mutual interest to its member organizations.

  HighlanderLink: ucrnphc

• National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)

  Founded in 1975, NSBE has grown to become the largest student-managed organization in the world, with over 20,000 members. NSBE's mission is 'to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.' With over 2000 elected leadership positions, 12 regional conferences, and an unparalleled annual convention, NSBE provides multiple opportunities for success. NSBE is open to collegiate, alumni, and technical professionals.

  HighlanderLink: nsbe

• Nigerian Student Association (NSA)

  The Nigerian Student Association is a nonprofit organization committed to gathering students of Nigerian descent and all students open to promoting awareness of the beautiful Nigerian culture to other communities. NSA holds bi-weekly general meetings throughout the year and participates in multiple events such as cultural shows. The NSA uses its background to also promote education, public awareness, and culture. The NSA also has its own dance team.

  HighlanderLink: nsa

• Omega Psi Phi (Sigma Eta Chapter)

  Purpose is to bring about union of college men of similar high ideals of scholarship, and manhood in order to stimulate the attainment of ideas and ambitions of its members; occupy a progressive helpful and constructive place in political life of the community and nation; and foster the humanity, freedom and dignity of the individual; and aid downtrodden humanity in its efforts to achieve higher economic and intellectual status.

  HighlanderLink: OPP

• Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc (Gamma Rho Nu Chapter)

  In order to accomplish the Fraternity’s objectives, it is essential that systems are instituted that effectively embody “Culture For Service and Service For Humanity” and promote brotherhood, scholarship and service.

  HighlanderLink: PBS

• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. (Xi Rho Chapter)

  Sigma Gamma Rho strives to address educational, civic and economic concerns that impact society. The organization enhances the quality of life on the UCR campus and surrounding communities through public service, leadership development and youth education.

  Contact: xirhochapter@yahoo.com

• Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc (Epsilon Sigma Chapter)

  Zeta Phi Beta Sorority is committed to establishing and maintaining high standards in both academics and ethics in order to promote the ideals of scholarship, service, sisterhood, and finer womanhood. Our goal  is to enhance the societal standing of women by addressing and overcoming the challenges they encounter, nurturing a sense of camaraderie and solidarity among college women, actively engaging in and contributing to the collegiate experience, and delivering dedicated service to the broader community. These values, which represent our dedication to quality, unity, support, and the epitome of refined womanhood, act as our cornerstones.

  HighlanderLink: ZPB