Welcome to the African American Student Center (AASC)

The AASC promotes academic success and achievement for all students. The Center also celebrates and shares the richness of "Black" ethnicity, culture, community, and heritage. The Center provides academic, socio-cultural, and career-focused services.to promote the students’ academic success and personal development. All are welcome at the AASC. 

Our Goals

  • To model a standard of academic excellence.
  • To promote a welcoming and respectful environment within the Center.
  • To thrive to perfect services rendered.
  • To maximize our resources to better accommodate students’ needs.
  • To provide opportunities for students to gain leadership skills and experience.
  • To extend our network of partners to students for career opportunities.

Center Information

Location: CUB 420

Monday - Thursday | 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Fridays |  8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Contact

mss@wsu.edu

Jessica Samuels
Phone: 509-335-2626 

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Celebrating 50 Years

Join us in celebration the 50th anniversary of the Talmadge Anderson Heritage House, the foundation of what has become the African American Student Center. What began as a research hub dedicated to preserving and promoting African American culture and history has grown into a vibrant space of connection, support, and empowerment for students across our WSU community.

Learn more about our celebrations here.