African American Resource and Cultural Center (AARCC)
The mission of the African American Resource & Cultural Center (AARCC) is to provide support for the students in the African, Black, and Caribbean (ABC) communities at the University of California at Santa Cruz. We aim to foster an environment and community that supports all folks from the African Diaspora and encourages the pursuit of a deeper understanding of identity and culture as it relates to one’s educational journey.
The AARCC provides a wide range of programs, support services, and resources centered around the Black Diasporic experience. The AARCC serves as an advocate for ABC students on an array of campus matters. We encourage and facilitate student involvement and success in campus life, student organizations, academic excellence, and community engagement.
The AARCC endeavors to empower ABC students and community members to explore, honor, and respect their intersecting identities throughout their educational journey. The African American Resource & Cultural Center aims to be a hub for Black community on campus, while addressing systemic issues that impact the ABC community. AARCC is located on the third floor of the Bay Tree Building in Quarry Plaza, and is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (831) 459-3207, email aarcc@ucsc.edu, or visit the AARCC website.