About the Ball State Black Faculty and Staff Association

The purpose of the Black Faculty and Staff Association shall be to facilitate and influence educational, administrative, and personnel policies in ways that enhance the welfare of individuals who identify as Black or with the Black experience at Ball State University for the betterment of the University community as whole.

Vision

The Vision of the Black Faculty and Staff Association is to continually enhance the welfare of the individuals who identify as Black or with the Black experience at Ball State University.

Mission

The Mission of the Black Faculty and Staff Association shall be to influence university (educational, administrative, personnel, and student) policies and practices, as well as build community and affinity for individuals who identify as Black or with the Black experience at Ball State University.

Goals

Serve as a support forum for Black members of the University community;
Provide and promote leadership opportunities for BSU Black faculty and staff members;
Develop financial and other resources necessary to maintain the effectiveness of the Association;
To promote the growth and development of inclusive excellence, reflecting the University’s goals in a manner consistent with its mission;
Establish, maintain, and expand channels of communication with the University community; and
Assemble consultants from business, industry, government, social agencies, and organizations to conduct workshops, seminars, and programs aimed at Ball State University