Mission
Founded in 1976 by Rev. Dr. Thomas Kilgore Jr., the USC Black Alumni Association (BAA) is a leadership network established to strengthen the legacy of educational attainment and excellence of USC’s Black students. The BAA provides scholarship assistance, career mentoring and cultural advocacy through alumni networking, volunteer involvement, philanthropy and social enterprise.
General Information
The primary objective of the BAA is to enable the most ethnically diverse and inclusive experience for USC students, alumni and supporters through leadership, networking and shared values—and to honor the rich legacy, contributions and participation of Black Trojans in the university and alumni communities. The BAA executive director and advisory council provide governance for the alumni organization’s mission, partnerships and financial decisions. BAA Scholars are represented in 100% of USC schools, including the university’s graduate and professional programs.
Nov 20, 2019
Founders Event
USC Alumni Founders Retreat
USC Black Alumni Association
Oct 19, 2019
Networking Dinner
20th Annual Scholarship Gala
USC Black Alumni Association
Sep 11, 2019
Fireside Chat
Alumni x Student Mixer
USC Black Alumni Association
Aug 29, 2019
Valence Event
Aligning for Black Excellence in Higher Education Summit (ABEHE)
USC Black Alumni Association
Aug 12, 2019
Alumni Tailgate
Homecoming Tailgate
USC Black Alumni Association
Jul 12, 2019
Community Service
Beach Clean Up Community Service Event
USC Black Alumni Association
Valence
CoFounder