The African American Academic Network promotes success and high impact engagement for students of African descent through comprehensive advising, developmental programming, student advocacy and structured learning experiences within an inclusive community. All UIC students are welcome.

  1. Roddric Sims, Interim Director, DuSable Program; guest speaker Aremu Smith, and BUILD participants
    Roddric Sims, Interim Director, DuSable Program; guest speaker Aremu Smith, and BUILD participants
  2. Guest speaker Aremu Smith with student Brian Eke
    Guest speaker Aremu Smith with student Brian Eke
  3. AAAN BUILD participants
  4. AAAN Black Male Initiative, BUILD( Brothers United In Lunchtime Discussions) participant
  5. BUILD participants
  6. BUILD participant
  7. BUILD particpants
  8. Guest speaker Dr. Darryl Pendleton (Students, Faculty and Staff of UIC Urban Health Program)
    Guest speaker Dr. Darryl Pendleton (Students, Faculty and Staff of UIC Urban Health Program)

“Education is the key to unlocking the world, a passport to FREEDOM.”

Oprah Winfrey  |  talk show host, television producer, actress, author, and philanthropist; 1954- Present
AAAN Student
We seek to address the unique interests and needs of African American students at UIC. Students who participate in AAAN programming will graduate from UIC as highly engaged leaders prepared to contribute to a global society.

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Need help with class schedules, graduate school applications, or career development?

We specialize in developing well-rounded students who succeed at UIC!

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