Undergraduate Fellowships for Research & Community Engagement (2026)

Undergraduate research and community engagement projects continue to be some of the most compelling examples of the Wisconsin Experience and often defining experiences for our students. Our success in involving and supporting undergraduates in collaborative research and community engaged learning projects helps foster dynamic and meaningful intellectual, personal and professional growth. The following scholarships and …

Kimberly Rooney, the New African Studies Librarian at UW-Madison Libraries

Africana Studies Librarian Kimberly Rooney enthusiastically invites you to UW–Madison Libraries to consult the extensive collection of African Studies materials and engage the many services the Libraries have to offer. As Africana and Francophone Studies Librarian, Kimberly belongs to the team of International and Area Studies (IAS) Librarians at UW–Madison Libraries. The IAS Unit provides a host of liaison services to …

African Cultural Studies Student Association (ACSSA)

Background and Motivation The African Cultural Studies Student Association (ACSSA) has a long history, though it went inactive for a period of time. Recognizing the important role student organizations play on campus, we took the initiative to revive it. Our goal is to continue fostering a vibrant and supportive community that enriches campus life. We …

Apply: Assistant Professor – Digital and/or Emerging Technologies and Africa, The University of Texas at Austin

Application is open until filled The Department of African and African Diaspora Studies at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin in the Fall of the academic year 2026-27. We seek an exceptional scholar whose work centers on digital and/or emerging technologies and Africa, with a preference for …

Yinka Ajibola’s Summer 2025 Travel to Kenya

Bio Yinka Ajibola is a Ph.D. candidate at the Information School with a minor in African Studies. He earned his undergraduate degree in International Studies and Economics from Iowa,  a Master’s degree in Political Science and Information Communication Sciences from Indiana. He is currently working on his dissertation which broadly examines how digital platforms are …

Apply: French-Speaking Research Assistant Student Hourly Position

Application deadline is October 01, 2025 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time Dr. Leigh Senderowicz and Dr. Rachel Hodapp, of the Collaborative for Reproductive Equity, are excited to announce a French-Speaking Research Assistant Student Hourly Position. We are looking for someone who is fluent in French and interested in reproductive health and qualitative research.

Apply: Assistant Professor – History, Department of History, Creighton University

Application is open until filled The department of History at Creighton University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor specializing in the GLOBAL SOUTH, with particular interest in Africa and/or Asia. We seek individuals committed to being outstanding teacher-scholars within a primarily undergraduate-serving college. The successful applicant will teach a 3-3 course load that …

Apply: $7,500 Ambassador John E Lange Scholarship for Study Abroad in Africa

$7,500 Ambassador John E Lange Scholarship for Study Abroad in Africa The application deadline is on Monday, September 29, 2025 This scholarship is intended to support undergraduate students studying abroad in Sub-Saharan Africa, including those who have an interest in global health, for a semester (fall or spring) or year.Preference will be given to applicants …

Summer 2025 Course Spotlight : AFRICAN 210 “The African Storyteller”

AFRICAN 210 : The African Storyteller Instructor: Oluwadamilola Ogunmuko &  Nneoma Onwuegbuchi Requisites: None Credits: 3.00 credits Level: Elementary Modes of instruction: Online

Fall 2025 Course Spotlight: FRENCH / GEN&WS 285 “Rebellious Women from the Global South”

FRENCH / GEN&WS 285 : Rebellious Women from the Global South Instructor: Nevine El Nossery Requisites: None Credits: 3.00-4.00 credits Level: Elementary Modes of instruction: In-person