We are a dedicated group of university professionals that support the mission of this institution and promote excellence among students, faculty, and staff. We believe in the African-American concept of IMANI (EE-MAH-NEE) or faith which focuses on honoring the best of our traditions, draws upon the best in ourselves, and helps us strive for a higher level of life for humankind, by affirming our self-worth and confidence in our ability to succeed and triumph in righteous struggle. ...our mission


INSIDE BFSA
ON CAMPUS
OUR COMMUNITY
Yulanda McCarty-Harris named to the 2009 Fellows Class of the Ohio State Bar Foundation.

Dr. Wan-Tatah honored at the Delta's Salute to Black Excellence for his contribution in promoting International Awareness.

BFSA Members are acknowledged for 10 years of service
Download the State Employment Review Board (SERB) Document concerning the YSU-ACE/YSU-APAS Merger
YSU currently searching for new President. President David C. Sweet retires July 1, 2010. YSU Presidential Search Committee developed a profile document.
Seven YSU students were awarded paid research internships this spring and summer. The coalition was aimed to increase the number of minority students earning a bachelor's degrees in science, mathematics, engineering and technology (STEM).


U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown talked about healthcare reform at a lecture on Sept. 3rd. It was attended by about 400 people in the Chestnut Room of Kilcawley Center.
Mayor Jay Williams discuss Youngstown's economic development on CSPAN

Youngstown chosen by Entrepreneur Magazine as a top 10 city to start a business.

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Phi Kappa Phi Ceremony Photos +more

OUR AGENDA

 BFSA will cooperate with YSU Admininstration concerning the retention of African American male students. ...more

We have 4 new committees. Read about the committees and contact chairs. ...more

BFSA Colleague Survey

 In efforts of fulfilling part of our vision for 2009 please see the link above. I whole heartedly ask of you to take initiative to meet at least 12 of our colleagues (by the start of Fall 2009 semester) and complete the survey. I challenge you to complete the task because it serves a vital purpose to the success of our organization.

From the President's Desk:

As President of BFSA, I'm more enthused about the direction of our university and the mobility of our association. YSU has obtained record numbers pertaining to enrollment for Fall 2009 by welcoming 14,600 + students! In addition to, President David Sweet extending his gratitude to the YSU community, I conjoin in repeating the same gratitude to the YSU community and BFSA members who have contributed significantly to this momentous achievement. ... read

Events in Youngstown:

  • 10/09/2009: YOUNGSTOWN NAACP FREEDOM FUND BANQUET
    “100 Years of Bold Dreams and Big Victories” at 7:00 PM.
    Ticket Information call 330-782-9777


  • 10/19/2009: MAHONING VALLEY TASK FORCE ON CRIME & VIOLENCE PREVENTION
    Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish Hall, Youngstown at 6:00 PM
    Ticket Information call 330-565-3880


  • 10/22/2009: GREATER WARREN YOUNGSTOWN URBAN LEAGUE ANNUAL DINNER
    McNenamy's Banquet Center, Niles at 6:00 PM
    Ticket Information call 330-394-4316

    • Our World

    Healthcare reform for minorities

  • The NAACP National Voter Fund, the National Council of La Raza, The Leadership Conference on Civil Rights, the Campaign for Community Change, the U.S. Student Association and PowerPAC are coming together to ensure that voices of people of color are heard and heeded.


    • President Obama wins Nobel Peace Prize

  • Obama is the third sitting U.S. president to win the award: President Theodore Roosevelt won in 1906 and President Woodrow Wilson was awarded the prize in 1919. Obama's award shows great things are expected from him in coming years. Read the press release.

  • Obama's Nobel Prize Inspires Conservative Outrage And Confusion

    African Americans awarded with Pulitzer Prizes

  • Brooklyn writer Lynn Nottage wins Pulitzer
  • Post columnist Eugene Robinson wins Pulitzer Prize
  • Books That Explore Race In U.S. Lead Arts Pulitzers

  • NAACP Celebrate 100th Birthday



  • W.E.B Du Bois vs. Booker T. Washington: A New Look at an Old Argument

    • Healthcare in the African American Community

    Three decades after the passage of civil rights legislation, African Americans still face inequalities in health coverage, provider access, and overall health status. Uninsured adults are less likely to receive preventive care, screening services, and appropriate acute or chronic disease management, and they are more likely to have poorer overall health compared to insured individuals. Lack of health insurance often forces people to put off getting needed medical care because they cannot afford the out-of-pocket cost of health services. These problems disproportionately affect African Americans, who make up about 13 percent of the population but who represent 17 percent of the uninsured. ... download document

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