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African Alumni and Friends Network

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Welcome to Michigan State University’s African Alumni and Friends Network!

The MSU African Studies Center welcomes African alumni and friends engaged with Africa through teaching, research, and outreach. The Spartan network in Africa is a vibrant community working together with local and global partners to create positive change through creative thinking, collaboration, and leadership. Stay connected and learn more about MSU in Africa, the African Studies Center, and the intersectional work Spartans are doing across the continent.

Be Engaged

Alumni and friends are invited to join and participate in signature programs hosted by the center including our lunchtime talk series, Eye on Africa, a forum where we proudly showcase the work and achievements of Spartans in Africa. The African Tea Time series is another signature program that nurtures learning and understanding of Africa through different contexts and the sharing of first-hand experiences. Learn more about ways to get involved.

Stay Connected

Students are enriched by the knowledge, expertise, and mentorship from alumni. These relationships foster academic excellence inside and outside of the classroom, professional development opportunities, and career advancement. Learn more about MSU Connect and begin building your Spartan network.

We are excited to introduce our new African Alumni Directory. This resource, hosted by the African Studies Center, will provide a space for alumni from Africa to connect for mentorship and networking opportunities.

This community is voluntary and free to join for African alumni living anywhere across the globe. If you join, you can provide as much or little information as you want to share. Details we will publish include:

  • Your name;
  • Your class/graduating year;
  • Your degree information;
  • Your birth country/home country; and,
  • A short bio of 150 words or less.

When you sign up for the online community, you will be able to choose the information you want shared.

We hope the African Alumni Directory will provide a unique and accessible way for Global Spartans to connect. Even when we are far apart, we are stronger when we work together.

Please sign up for the African Alumni Directory today.

 


Upcoming Events

Check back later for our upcoming events!



Make a Gift

Support the African Studies Center by making a gift and an immediate difference. For additional information on ways to financially support African students, research, and engagement, contact Michael LindhoutSenior Director of Development, International Studies and Programs.

MAKE A GIFT



Contact Us

If you are interested in becoming involved with MSU's African Alumni and Friends Network, please contact Damaris Choti, student and alumni engagement coordinator.