The Africa Center

05/27/2026

Thank you for ending the year strong with us at The Africa Center with Africa and Ale 2026! We look forward to an exciting lineup of events in the fall. Relax and enjoy the summer!

05/11/2026

We at The Africa Center are excited to celebrate and welcome the new leadership of our wonderful partner organization - The African Graduate Students Association at CSU!

Your dedication, vision, and passion for promoting community, academic excellence, and African voices on campus inspire us all.

We look forward to continuing our strong partnership and creating meaningful programs, building connections, and supporting African graduate students together.

Thank you for stepping up and leading with purpose.

Wishing you wisdom, strength, and great success in this new chapter.

05/08/2026

We are pleased to announce that Hannah Houfek, a master’s student in the Department of Food Nutrition and Human Nutrition at CSU, is the 2026 recipient of the Graduate Student Research Scholarship at The Africa Center! We invite you to visit our fellowship recipients page on our website to learn more about Hannah’s work.

04/30/2026

We are pleased to announce that Monica Opoku, a Ph.D. student in the Department of Economics at CSU, has won our inaugural essay competition for her essay titled “Thinking the World from Africa: When Growth Forgot Nature.” She won a $300 cash prize for her essay.

"I’m grateful to receive this award for an essay that invites us to rethink growth and development in tandem with conservation from an African perspective," said Monica after winning the award. "Writing it reminded me how essential it is to center ecological costs in our economic models as a starting point, rather than treating them as afterthoughts. Many African communities have long understood the link between environmental stewardship and wellbeing, and I believe our policy conversations can only benefit from taking those insights seriously. I’m honored that the Center found value in this work.”

Congratulations, Monica!

04/26/2026

Africa & Ale 2026 attracted over 118 guests and lit up the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art on Friday, April 24th with culture, flavor, and amazing energy. Watch our highlight reel here:

Africa & Ale 2026 highlight reel: Good vibes and positive energy!

04/24/2026

Folks,

Today’s the day! Come celebrate with us at Africa & Ale — an unforgettable evening of bold African-inspired craft beers, flavorful bites, live DJ vibes, and vibrant student art.

Join The Africa Center from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art.

Space is limited, so RSVP now to secure your spot:
https://shorturl.at/IL4mM

(21+ only)

See you there!

04/23/2026

Quick Reminder, Folks! Tomorrow is the big day!

Africa & Ale is far more than just an event — it’s a memorable cultural experience you don’t want to miss!

Join The Africa Center for our annual end-of-year celebration tomorrow, Friday, April 24, from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM at the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art. Expect an amazing mix of:

Bold, locally brewed Africa-inspired craft beers

Authentic and flavorful African cuisine

Live DJ vibes paired with a vibrant student research and art exhibition

Great networking and warm community connections

Admission is FREE, but space is very limited! Since it’s tomorrow, RSVP now here: https://shorturl.at/IL4mM .

We can’t wait to celebrate with you tomorrow!

04/23/2026

Hey everyone!
Have you RSVPed for Africa & Ale yet?
Spots are filling up FAST, so don’t miss out!
RSVP link: https://shorturl.at/IL4mM
See you Friday!

04/18/2026

SECURE YOUR FREE SPOT NOW!

Africa & Ale 2026 is turning up the heat for an unforgettable night of culture and good times.

Entry is totally free, but space is limited so you gotta move quick!

RSVP HERE: https://shorturl.at/IL4mM (21+ only)

04/17/2026

Spots are filling up fast for Africa & Ale! RSVP: https://shorturl.at/IL4mM (21+ only.)