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Black Convocation

Inaugural Fall Black Convocation

We are so excited for the Inaugural Fall Black Convocation taking place at UC Riverside on October 22, 2026! This is an annual fall gathering and community building event for UCR faculty, staff, students and community at large to celebrate Black scholarship and community at UCR. This event hopes to become an ongoing mentorship space that connects new students with current students, helpful administrators, and other relevant resources on our UCR campus and within the larger community.

The UCR Black Thriving Initiative (BTI) has been planning the event in partnership with African Student Programs (ASP), the Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFASA), and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. The entire UCR community – including all students, faculty, staff, and affiliate community groups – is invited to join us as we gather to celebrate, connect, and build community.

 DATE: October 22, 2026

 LOCATION: HUB 302 North

 TIME: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Food and drinks served

RSVP FOR BLACK CONVOCATION 2026!

Black Convocation | Celebrating Black Scholarship & Community | Oct. 22, 2026, HUB 302 North, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Black Convocation 2026 Agenda

PRE-EVENT MIX & MINGLE

11 a.m.–12 p.m.

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FORMAL PROGRAM

12–1 p.m.

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POST-EVENT MIX & MINGLE

1–2 p.m.

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Formal Program

Sponsorship Opportunities

We invite you to support this event by participating as a sponsor. The funds raised will enable a successful event experience, and will secure the future of this annual event. By gathering each Fall to celebrate Black scholarship and community, we strive to contribute to the belonging, connectedness and success of our students, faculty, staff and community members. We are pleased to offer several sponsorship and partnership opportunities. Departments and organizations may select the option that best aligns with their goals and preferred level of engagement. 
We look forward to honoring and celebrating you.

BECOME A SPONSOR & DONATE TODAY!

Community Call for UCR 2026 Black Convocation Nominees

As part of UC Riverside's inaugural Black Convocation on October 22, 2026, we are creating a community slideshow to introduce and celebrate the people who make our campus and surrounding community such a vibrant place to learn, work, and grow.

We invite you to submit information about yourself or nominate someone else whose work, leadership, service, creativity, mentorship, or advocacy helps strengthen the Black community at UCR and beyond. Our goal is to help incoming students and new members of the UCR community become familiar with the many individuals, organizations, and initiatives that contribute to a strong sense of belonging.

Whether someone is making an impact through research, teaching, student support, community engagement, the arts, professional work, or everyday acts of care and leadership, we'd love to help share their story. Together, we're building a community where new Highlanders can see the many people and pathways that make UCR a place to connect, belong, and thrive.

We will also ask for a high resolution photo, so please have that ready!

SUBMIT YOUR NOMINATION

You Belong at UCR

All programs, services, and events offered through Student Affairs are open to everyone, consistent with federal and state law and the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Whether you’re seeking support, joining a community, or participating in campus life, every effort is made to ensure your experience is inclusive, respectful, and accessible, regardless of background or identity.

To learn more, visit the UC Nondiscrimination Statement or the Nondiscrimination Policy Statement for University of California Publications Regarding Student-Related Matters.