National Association of Black Accountants
The mission of NABA, Inc. is to address the professional needs of its members and to build leaders that shape the future of the accounting and finance profession with an unfaltering commitment to inspire the same in their successors. The Association shall unite through membership accountants, finance and business related professionals and students who have similar interests and ideals, are committed to professional and academic excellence, possess a sense of professional and civic responsibility, and are concerned with enhancing opportunities for minorities in the accounting, finance, and business related professions.
Programs
Campus Community
Social Media
NABA works closely with a variety of cultural and diversity initiatives on campus. Interested in getting involved in our community? Check out:
H. Fred Simons African American Cultural Center (AACC)
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- The H. Fred Simons African American Cultural Center (AACC) of the University of Connecticut was established in 1968 to support African American students in the pursuit of the coveted higher education academic experience. It is recognized that many African American students face unique societal and institutional challenges in developing to the fullest extent of their potential. The Center strives to assist students in overcoming these challenges and supports them in their adjustments to college life through the development of cultural awareness, academic excellence, leadership skills, social consciousness and personal success. The AACC is a warm, welcoming and intellectually challenging environment that contributes to the vitality of campus life for all students, their parents, faculty and staff.
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- The Business Diversity Initiatives Office supports an institutional framework that acknowledges the importance of a diverse community and an inclusive environment. The Business Diversity Office also promotes initiatives and programs that increases awareness, understanding and sensitivity to the needs of all individuals regardless of age, class, physical ability, gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. Our mission is to support and promote an inclusive environment that embraces and celebrates the diversity of all people. The office serves to provide students, faculty, and staff with a cooperative, safe and supportive environment and assists in preparing them with an education that will help them maximize their opportunity to compete in a global economy.
- The mission of the NAACP Youth & College Division shall be to inform youth of the problems affecting African Americans and other racial and ethnic minorities; to advance the economic, education, social and political status of African Americans and other racial and ethnic minorities and their harmonious cooperation with other peoples; to stimulate an appreciation of the African Diaspora and other people of color’s contribution to civilization; and to develop an effective youth leadership.
Join Us
Meetings: Thursdays from 6 pm- 7 pm, location TBD in the School of Business
Missed us? Contact: thenabauconn@gmail.com
Dues: There are no dues for participating in UConn NABA's events and programs. However, if a student wants to register for membership in the national organization, there is a fee of $35. National membership offers students the opportunity to register for regional and national conferences, apply for unique scholarships, and more.
Executive Board
President - Aime Mulungula
Vice President - Joseph Roberts
Chief Financial Officer - Grace-Joyce Ntite
VP Communications - Miles DuBois
Social Media Chair - Al-Ameen Danazumi
Highlights
NABA 2023 National Convention & EXPO- Elevate
The students actively participated in the NABA 2023 National Convention & EXPO - Elevate held from June 6-9, 2023, in New Orleans. The central theme of the event was "elevate," focusing on raising the bar and advancing. Over the course of four enriching days, the students engaged in valuable activities such as fostering meaningful connections, gaining valuable insights from influential industry personalities, and embracing their roles as future empowered Black business leaders.
