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Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ Black Alumni Association


The Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ Black Alumni Association (IBAA) promotes the general mission of the University of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ. It strives to recognize Black students and alumni for their achievement and service, foster their career and educational opportunities, and enhance the social and economic conditions of prospective, current, and former Black students. Members receive e-newsletters and invitations to participate in regional events and reunions.

View photos from the 2025 Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ Black Alumni Association Awards:

History

In 1963, a group of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ alumni and friends gathered at an informal picnic at the Rockford, Illinois, home of the late McKinley "Deacon" Davis (55BA). The group agreed to organize on a more formal basis and became known as the Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ Black Alumni Association (IBAA). Today, the IBAA has grown to an active membership of more than 300 people.

The Hall of Honor and scholarship fund are two major IBAA projects supported by the University of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ Center for Advancement and University of Âé¶¹ÆÆ½â°æ administration.

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