Mission Statement:

Our mission is to actively make a change for unity by encouraging the principles of scholarship, leadership, and cultural uplift. In addition, BSA is committed to promoting a positive image at Appalachian in the African American community at large.

Mantra:

"Knowledge and action are power, so what am I going to do about it!"


The Black Student Association, which is advised by the Office of Multicultural Student Development, was founded in 1974. It is an organization that addresses the concerns and interests of the African-American student body through cultural programming that promotes cultural awareness. The BSA serves as a support system, surrogate family network and voice for African-American students at Appalachian.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership at 828-262-6252 and ask for Joanna Arrington, or email her at arringtonjt@appstate.edu You can also reach our President, Ashley Thompson at thompsonab@appstate.edu or Vice President, Ali Trombley at trombleyal@appstate.edu.

BSA meets every Monday at 5:00 pm in Callaway Peak...Don't miss the oppurtunity to come out and see what BSA has to offer...You'll have fun, be educated, and meet new people all in one meeting...This is one Organization that you won't regret being apart of!