MSCC Carter G. Woodson Black Awareness Committee
Founded in 1969 as an ad-hoc operating committee in the Memorial Student Center, the Black Awareness Committee (BAC) took on the charge of addressing issues directly affecting Black Students at Texas A&M University and providing cultural programming for the entire university community. Although created strictly as a programming committee, at one time BAC was the preeminent voice for Black students, addressing concerns such as infusing more African American culture into the university curriculum, increasing recruitment and retention of African American students and staff; and obtaining more African American literature in the campus library. But, as the campus changed and the student body grew, other Black groups formed, specifically to address Black students concerns, picking up where BAC left off.
In 2004, the organization reestablished itself as the Carter G. Woodson Black Awareness Committee (WBAC), and today, WBAC has returned its focus to educational programming. WBAC continues to focus on the culture, concerns, history and heritage of Black people, but it does so now with a heightened intent to educate and explore. Dr. Woodson was a scholar and a teacher who believed in the power of knowledge. It is WBAC’s goal to live up to his legacy and educate the entire campus and surrounding communities, exploring opportunities to develop and cultivate informed leaders, enhancing the student experience at Texas A&M University.
MISSION
The MSCC Carter G. Woodson Black Awareness Committee is dedicated to educational programming centered around the culture and contributions of groups and individuals throughout the African Diaspora and their impact on the world. Our mission is to provide members of the campus and community with educational opportunities that enhance their understanding of a very rich and diverse Black culture and uphold the legacy of high quality programming in the Memorial Student Center.
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Expose all students and campus community members to educational programming related to Black culture, history, heritage, and the events throughout the African diaspora.
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Educate students and campus community members by providing relevant programming, diverse perspectives, and engaging presenters.
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Explore ideas and issues germane to Black people locally, regionally, and around the world.