Welcome to the Western Region!

Greetings!  As Regional Representatives, we proudly welcome you to the NBGSA Western Regional Conference at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA.

NBGSA is a student-run, not-for-profit organization established in 1989 to cater to the needs and concerns of Black graduate and professional students.  It serves to encourage more undergraduates to pursue graduate and professional degrees.  In addition, NBGSA strives to provide resources for enhancing students’ academic and career success, as well as developing a powerful network of emerging Black scholars.

The conference theme, Reflections of the Black Renaissance: Continuing their Legacy, was chosen to recognize the achievements that people of African decent that have continued in response to the paths in which our creative ancestors have paved for all of us.  It is not taken lightly that we are embarking on an important election year with a very viable candidate for president.  People such as Barak Obama and his world-renowned supporter, Oprah Winfrey are proud members of the African Diaspora Community. They stand on the shoulders of those who have created opportunities for them and for African and African Americans around the world.  This conference is to celebrate our achievements in the field of higher education and to remind us that we are to continue the legacy for our brother and sisters who wait in anticipation of our greatness.   

In keeping with the goals and vision of NBGSA, this weekend’s program was designed for your education, motivation, participation, and enjoyment.  Our agenda features a wonderful regional mixer at the Dean of the Law School Home, an inspiring address from our President, an informal panel discussion and political forum, instructive workshops to help establish and/or enhance your campus NBGSA affiliate, an opportunity to share your research with your peers, and breakout sessions to choose Academic Division and State Representatives to help build the national association.  The weekend will conclude with a great closing reception and a group photo (to cherish the memories!).

Regards,

Heidi D. Edwards
NBGSA Western Regional Representative

States in Western Region:

Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming