UT Austin Black Graduate Business Association
University of Texas Austin
About UT Austin Black Graduate Business Association
The Black Graduate Business Association at UT Austin represents a vital community within the McCombs School of Business, dedicated to supporting and empowering Black graduate students throughout their academic journey in Austin, Texas. As a student organization, it creates an intentional space where members can build authentic relationships, share experiences, and support one another in achieving their professional aspirations.
Rooted in the values that define Texas McCombs—where heart and hard work meet—this association reflects the school's commitment to fostering an inclusive, welcoming environment for all students. The organization recognizes that graduate business education is more than academics; it's about building community, cultivating leadership, and creating networks that extend far beyond the classroom.
Members of the Black Graduate Business Association benefit from a supportive peer community that understands the unique experiences and perspectives they bring to business education. Through collaborative engagement with the broader McCombs community of over 40 student organizations, members connect with classmates from diverse backgrounds and industries, enriching their educational experience.
The association is part of the larger UT Austin ecosystem in Austin, TX, where approximately 150 students arrive daily to engage in cutting-edge business education and research. By fostering meaningful relationships among Black graduate students, the organization contributes to a stronger, more connected McCombs community. Members develop not only as business professionals but as future leaders committed to creating positive change within their industries and communities, embodying the school's mission to change the way the world does business.