Welcome to the African American Faculty and Staff Association’s Website!
The African American Faculty and Staff Association at The University of Texas at Arlington has a proud history of serving the entire University Community with a focus on providing a support network and host of resources for African and African American faculty, staff, and students. In addition, we are committed to promoting academic excellence and mentoring for our African-American students.
Our organization provides camaraderie through our many programs and initiatives. In addition to our monthly meetings, we also host a number of special events throughout the year such as “The Back to School Mixer for Faculty and Students”, the President’s reception, an Annual Black History Month Program, culminated by our newest event, the AAFSA Awards Banquet.
Through its presence and visibility, the African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) shall:
- provide advice and support to African American faculty, staff and constituents.
- sponsor mentoring opportunities for membership, etc.
- assist and advise on issues related to the advancement of African American faculty, staff and students.
- provide a forum for research and professional development.
- develop partnerships with other University organizations.
“Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere.”
– Martin Luther King
