Ways To Get involved
AME offers students a range of programs, discussions, social events, resources, guest lectures, and events designed to celebrate difference, explore multicultural education, and supports the needs of our diverse student body. We aim to broaden cultural perspectives, enhance leadership skills, and inspire lifelong friendships.
Below is a selection of new and ongoing activities offered by AME. Whenever possible, links are provided for more information.
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Black Men's Connection
- Black Men's Connection is a bi-weekly meeting designed to uplift and support the Black men at Gies College of Business. Black Men's Connection meets from 5-6 pm at the Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center at 1212 W. Nevada Street in Urbana. Check out Gies-at-a-Glance, the Undergraduate weekly newsletter, for upcoming dates!
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A Deeper Dive
- Monthly programs that aim to challenge the definition of "professionalism" and problematize the systemic, institutionalized centering of whiteness in the workplace and how this impacts our future business leaders, especially those from non-Western, non-white backgrounds. Watch Gies Groups for upcoming events!
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The More You Know With AME
- A monthly tabling series that provides students with information relevant to their lives outside of the classroom in four key areas; civics engagement, financial wellness and safety, physical fitness and well-being, and mental health. Watch Gies Groups for upcoming events!