African American Faculty and Staff Association

AAFSA African American Faculty & Staff Assocation

Mission Statement

The African American Faculty and Staff Association (AAFSA) is dedicated to promote and support the academic and professional development of the faculty, staff, and students at Fresno City College (FCC).

 

Vision Statement

AAFSA will be a viable association in the FCC community that contributes to student cultural growth and academic success while creating a collaborative environment amongst faculty and staff with a maximized presence in the surrounding community.

  • Faculty/Staff - training & leadership & collaboration
  • Students - academic success & scholarship & mentoring & benevolence
  • Community - partnerships & shared accomplishments

Meetings & Membership

The African American Faculty and Staff Association meets monthly during the academic calendar.  Annual membership dues can be paid by completing the employee voluntary payroll deduction form.

For more information contact one of the Executive Board members for questions.

 

Resources

Check out Black Wellness & Prosperity Center

Executive Board

Position Name Contact
President Dr. Arrie Smith arrie.smith@fresnocitycollege.edu
Vice President, Faculty Auguste Kouadio auguste.kouadio@fresnocitycollege.edu
Vice President, Classified Markeshia Iverson markeshia.iverson@fresnocitycollege.edu
Treasurer Juanita Hester-Haynes juanita.hester-haynes@fresnocitycollege.edu
Secretary Marissa Hutchinson marissa.hutchinson@fresnocitycollege.edu
Sergeant of Arms Davion Baker davion.baker@fresnocitycollege.edu
Historian Cindy Dunn cindy.dunn@fresnocitycollege.edu

Black History Month

Black History Month is a month-long celebration held every February and organized by the African American Faculty and Staff Association. This annual event honors the legacy, achievements, and contributions of Black Americans through a series of educational and cultural programs.

Black History Month

African American Graduates Celebration

Our annual celebration organized by the Fresno City College African American Faculty and Staff Association to honor the achievements of our African American graduates. This meaningful event brings together students, families, and the community to celebrate academic success, cultural pride, and the rich traditions of the African American experience.

AAFSA Graduation

UMOJA

We are proud to be part of the Umoja Community, a statewide initiative dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of African American and other students. Through our IDILE and SYMBAA programs, Umoja supports student success with a curriculum rooted in the legacy of the African and African American diaspora. Students in these programs receive personalized support, academic guidance, and a strong sense of community designed to empower their journey toward transfer, degree completion, and lifelong achievement.

UMOJA