Hello AfriGA community,

Welcome back! Ithaca is thawing, deadlines are heating up. We hope you had a restful and restorative spring break and are ready to reach the finish line of this semester.
We also want to thank you for all your support during giving day for those who shared, donated and contributed in any way. We are grateful. 

Upcoming Events

Announcements & Collaborations

• Call for Abstracts: The African Global Summit 2026 
  We are accepting abstract submissions for poster presentations/research showcase. Please share your abstracts with us through this submission link

• GPSA Graduate Gala: Masquerade All Around The World
  Travel the globe in a single night at GPSA’s A Masquerade All Around the World Grad Gala. From Venice to Vienna, Cairo to Cape Town, Seoul to Santiago. Get tickets here. 

• 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 access, 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. Tax Day is April 15th. Be sure to file your taxes well before this deadline. 

Tax information for international students; Federal Transition Weekly Update

Recent Highlights

Cookies and Tea with Profs 
We had the latest in our Conversation with Cornell professors last month, with Professors Wunpini and Zeribe. It was an electric and informative event and we're grateful to all those who showed up. 

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 to 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