Give to Black Grad

Since 1982, Black Spartans at San Jose State University have been instrumental in ensuring that there is space and opportunity for Black/African American students to be recognized and celebrated for their accomplishments. Each year in May, we honor our Black undergraduate and graduate students receiving degrees for that calendar year. This year we are celebrating 42years of Black Excellence at SJSU during the 42nd Annual Black Graduation Celebration on Tuesday, May 21st, 2024. This amazing occasion offers a chance for friends, family, and loved-ones to gather and celebrate all of their student's accomplishments while creating a culturally immersive experience.


We need your help in making the 42nd Annual Black Graduation Ceremony a celebration to remember, this a movement towards supporting Black lives; not a moment. Please consider giving to our crowdfunding campaign today to help us raise funds to support ongoing program efforts. Fund a Black student graduating each year!

There are lots of ways you can help:

  • Make your gift today! We are appreciative of whatever you can give — really, truly. Even if you can’t give right now, check out our campaign to see our new video and to learn more about our project. 
  • Email your support! Forward this information to your friends, with a note that you care about the project.
  • Facebook, Instagram, and/or Tweet your support. Join us in supporting our 2024 Black Grad participants at the 42nd annual Black Graduation Celebration through crowdfunding: https://power.sjsu.edu/blackgrad23  #BlackSpartan42 #SJSUBlackGrad.
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