UC Davis is Designated Black-Serving Institution
UC Davis has been designated a Black-Serving Institution (BSI) as part of California’s inaugural class of colleges and universities recognized for excelling in academic resources and support for Black and African American students, with the campus meeting key enrollment and programmatic criteria under SB 1348. This designation reflects UC Davis’s mission-level commitment to fostering belonging, removing barriers, and strengthening outcomes for Black students across academic and co-curricular experiences.
The BSI status builds on ongoing efforts that align with the spirit of Aggie Black Excellence, a campus initiative that highlights Black history, culture, and achievement while connecting community resources to support success, community building, and professional growth for those connected to the African diaspora. By affirming Black excellence as integral to the campus community, UC Davis reinforces a broader environment where all students can thrive within an inclusive and equitable learning ecosystem.
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