Black Student Alliance
Our Mission
The purpose of the Black Student Alliance at Virginia Tech is to promote a greater understanding of black culture among students, employees, and community members at Virginia Tech. This will occur through the presentation of diverse programs that showcase the educational and artistic contributions of African Americans.
- Collaboration: We seek to create partnerships with Virginia Tech student organizations, offices, departments, and within the Blacksburg community.
- Community: Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for students by creating a space for expression and social engagement within Black culture.
- Enrichment: We want to enrich the educational experience of all Virginia Tech students on Black culture on this campus, using our events as a medium, through entertainment and education.
- Innovation: We will design, promote, and support positive programming.
- Inclusion: We are accepting of all individual members, student body, alumni, and campus partners. The Black Student Alliance will not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, color, religion, gender, age, ability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
- Ut Prosim (That I May Serve): We will promote service, civic, and community engagement through programming for the Virginia Tech community on Black culture.
Do I have to be black to join BSA or go to your events?
- No. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join our organization and participate in our events.
What is the difference between BOC and BSA?
- The Black Organizations Council (BOC) serves as an umbrella organization and resource body for Black organizations at Virginia Tech as well as an advocate for the Black community. They serve as a liaison between the Black community, university organizations, and university administration.
- The Black Student Alliance (BSA) is program board that exists to provide outlets for entertainment and education about Black culture and the Black experience at Virginia Tech.
Do your events cost money?
- With the exception of our larger shows, our events have no admission costs. Our funding is provided by the student activity fee and so we do our best to only charge admission when absolutely necessary.
How can my organization partner with BSA on an event?
- Please fill out our collaboration request form. We'll take a look at the proposal and get back to you.
How can I get involved?
- Leadership positions: We currently do not have any open leadership positions at this time.
- Join our general body: We are always looking for new members to join BSA. Our general body meetings happen monthly and are a great way to meet other students and give input on our events. Looking to join? Send us an email and we’ll get you connected to the family.