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Makuu: The Black Cultural Center The Black Cultural Center at the University of Pennsylvania

Makuu Black Cultural Center is a nexus of academic, professional, and personal growth for University of Pennsylvania students interested in Black culture and the African Diaspora. Through advising, leadership development, cultural and social programming we expand student access to the University's resources.

The Black Diaspora is so deep and wide that there can never be just one way to be Black. Our experiences, cultural nuanc...
10/21/2026

The Black Diaspora is so deep and wide that there can never be just one way to be Black. Our experiences, cultural nuances and perspectives make us special and shape our identity. We span multitudes!

Fill out the interest form and come join the circle on the many ways of being Black at Penn + dinner provided. This will be our first in a four part series!

Calling all pre-PhD STEM majors!The IoT4Ag Pathway to PhD Program (PPP) is a free virtual workshop and mentoring program...
10/15/2026

Calling all pre-PhD STEM majors!
The IoT4Ag Pathway to PhD Program (PPP) is a free virtual workshop and mentoring program designed to help students navigate the PhD application process. Participants will learn what makes a strong graduate school and fellowship application, get guidance on personal and research statements, and be matched with a current PhD student, postdoc, or faculty mentor for individualized feedback and mentorship.

Link to sign up is in the IOT4Ag bio. You don’t want to miss this🔬🥼🧪

For Black women, hair maintenance is not vanity or luxury, it is identity and self care. So what do we do when getting o...
10/15/2026

For Black women, hair maintenance is not vanity or luxury, it is identity and self care. So what do we do when getting our hair done costs almost as much as our rent? This is a Black girl SOS! Drop your favorite affordable stylists in the comments.

Lunch and Learn: Beyond SilenceA conversation lunch on sexual violence, survivor support, and institutional responsibili...
10/10/2026

Lunch and Learn: Beyond Silence

A conversation lunch on sexual violence, survivor support, and institutional responsibility.

Inn at Penn (lunch included)
(3600 Sansom Street)
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 14, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Register via QR code or hit the link in bio~
Registration required for Inn at Penn lunch
(UPenn email required)

Happening today! Join BGAPSA for good food and good people.
10/07/2026

Happening today! Join BGAPSA for good food and good people.

Penn spectrum weekend is just TWO WEEKS AWAY! Register for this year’s festivities to explore the many ways Penn alumni ...
10/01/2026

Penn spectrum weekend is just TWO WEEKS AWAY! Register for this year’s festivities to explore the many ways Penn alumni enrich our world through creativity. You won’t want to miss this one.

Maybe it’s the rain, maybe it’s the approaching cold weather, but this week, we’re thinking about love and relationships...
09/28/2026

Maybe it’s the rain, maybe it’s the approaching cold weather, but this week, we’re thinking about love and relationships. Pre-professionalism and the desire to break generational barriers weigh heavy on the minds of Penn’s Black community. But are we striving for success at the expense of intimacy and connection?

Mentally we’re here 🥲❤️Still in awe of everyone who showed up to help usher in the Class of 2030. The community rolls de...
09/08/2026

Mentally we’re here 🥲❤️

Still in awe of everyone who showed up to help usher in the Class of 2030. The community rolls deep. The love runs deeper. Can’t wait to see all that this year will bring.

Peace ✌️

Introducing…the Class of 2030📣🎊They’re bold. They’re brilliant. They’re beautiful. They’re ready to take on all that Pen...
08/27/2026

Introducing…the Class of 2030📣🎊
They’re bold. They’re brilliant. They’re beautiful. They’re ready to take on all that Penn and this world have to offer.

Introducing… the Future🌍

It’s in good hands.

Interested in getting involved with Black culture on campus? Come to Makuu and UMOJA’s Open House and Blacktivities Fair...
08/26/2026

Interested in getting involved with Black culture on campus? Come to Makuu and UMOJA’s Open House and Blacktivities Fair to learn more about all of the clubs and organizations we support. See you there ❤️💙

Address

ARCH Building 3601 Locust Walk
Philadelphia, PA
19104

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12155730823

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