Hello AfriGA community,

Welcome to March! Temperatures are rising, the sun is shining. We spied in the forecast a 19ºC (66ºF) day coming up, and we don't know about you, but we're excited.
This month, we remember a member of our community who has passed on and highlight oppportunities to stay engaged and supported throughout the semester, 

Last month, we tragically lost on of our members, Oreoluwa Odetunde. Oreoluwa was a first-year MBA candidate and the recipient of the Forté Foundation MBA Fellowship and a Sage Scholar. 
We continue to hold her in our hearts and send our deepest condolences to her family.
 

Upcoming Events

Announcements & Collaborations

• Giving Day 2026! Cornell's Giving Day is coming up and we at AfriGA need your support. Help us continue to deliver on quality events that serve you, and reach greater heights this year. 

• Save the Date! AfriGA’s signature event in collaboration with other campus partners is underway. This Summit will bring together dialogue, leadership, and innovation centered on Africa’s global role. Speaker announcements and program highlights will be shared soon.

• Graduating this year? We Want to Get to Know You!

  To help us better serve our graduating members, we would like to get to know you! Please take 5 minutes to complete this short survey.
  Thank you in advance for taking the time to complete it. We have a lot planned for you this year!

Opportunities & Resources

Free Academic Resources

♢ Cornell Student Perks 
Cornell provides free and discounted tools that can make graduate life easier, including academic software, fitness oaccess, and cultural discounts. View student perks & discounts.

♢ Funding, Access & Emergency Support

Support is available for conference travel, research expenses, and unexpected financial needs.  Explore funding & emergency support options.

♢ Community Shout-Outs & Spotlights

From dissertation defenses and publications to internships, presentations, and personal wins, AfriGA celebrates you. If you have announcements, resources, or milestones to share, please send them our way. afrigacornell@gmail.com 

♢ Immigration, Careers & Planning Ahead

Immigration planning, careers and internships are key parts of the graduate experience. Explore Cornell immigration, advising and career resources

♢ Campus Life, Wellness & Support

Graduate school can be demanding, but Cornell offers programs and resources to support mental health, well-being, and community connection. If you ever feel overwhelmed, support is available. Explore wellness and support resources

♢ Taxes & Federal Updates (Looking Ahead)

Tax filing season is approaching, especially for international students. To prepare for filing, attend a Sprintax information session for Cornell international students. Register to attend a virtual session on March 12 (5:00 PM ET). 

Tax information for international students; Federal Transition Weekly Update

Recent Highlights

Pizza with Profs and Melanin Mixer 
We spent some time with Professor Sophie Oldfield where he had stimulating discussion on a myriad of topics including mentorship, self-improvement and the tensions on doing work on Africa from outside the continent. 
We also collaborated with the Black Graduate and Professional Student Association for their annual Melanin Mixer event. Lots of food, good music and great conversation. 

Get Involved with AfriGA
AfriGA is powered by the enthusiasm and dedication of its members. We're always looking for volunteers to help with initiatives and for those interested in leadership roles. Whether you want to share your skills, gain new experiences, or connect more with the community, there’s a place for you.

Interested? Reach out to any executive member or email us at afrigacornell@gmail.com 

Let's Get to know you!

To help us better understand our members and how best yo serve you this year, please take 5 minutes to complete this short survey https://cglink.me/2ee/s96124

Thank you in advance for taking the time to complete it. Your voice is essential to building a stronger AfriGA community this year.

Stay Connected

Instagram: @afrigacornell

LinkedIn: AfriGA Cornell

Gmail: afrigacornell@gmail.com 

Thank you for being a part of the AfriGA community. We look forward to seeing you this semester.

AfriGA Executive Board