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MSU Black Alumni Inc. (MSUBA) is an affiliate club of MSU Alumni Association (MSUAA). MSUBA aims to provide support to students, faculty, and staff through community engagement and partnership. We have nine local chapters which are housed under our national organization. MSUBA offers you the opportunity to join us through annual or lifetime membership options. Your membership helps us support current students matriculate through Michigan State University. Your membership also helps to support MSUBA endeavors and networking activities. To learn more about membership please visit our membership section. Please visit our site frequently to stay abreast of the events and activities hosted on a national or local level. If you have any questions, comments or concerns please email us at: info@msuba.org
Submit Your Nomination
Help us shine a light on Spartans who are making a lasting impact. Click the button below to complete the online nomination form before the deadline.
Call for Nominations: MSUBA Alumni Recognition Awards
Do you know a proud MSU alumnus who embodies pioneering leadership, professional excellence, and an unwavering commitment to interracial harmony?
Michigan State University Black Alumni, Inc. (MSUBA) is calling on our community to help us identify and honor exceptional Spartan leaders who live out our mission through their work, service, and character.
Nomination Guidelines
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Multi-Category Nominations: You may submit a nominee for up to two (2) award categories (maximum of one award granted per recipient).
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Core Values: Ideal candidates demonstrate our core values of integrity, vision, and compassion across their professional careers and community involvement.
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Selection Process: Final award recipients will be evaluated and selected by the MSUBA National Board of Directors.
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Full Transparency: Submissions must detail the nominee's outstanding societal contributions. In accordance with Board governance policies, any prior felony convictions must be disclosed for confidential Board review
Key Dates
Nominations Close: August 17, 2026
Board Review & Selection: Late August 2026
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The MSU Black Alumni, Inc. (MSUBA) Nominating Committee is officially opening nominations for open seats on the 2026–2027 Board of Directors.
As an organization dedicated to supporting Michigan State University students, faculty, staff, and our global alumni community, we rely on dedicated, visionary leaders to guide our mission, oversee scholarship initiatives, and strengthen our local chapter networks
Help shape the future of MSUBA by serving as one of the 6 open Group I Director positions with a 4-year term.
🔗 Deadline for submission: September 8, 2026, 11:59 PM EST
✍️ Nominee must be present at the MSUBA Annual Meeting on October 8, 2026.
📩 To nominate, ensure both the nominator and nominee are current dues-paying members of MSUBA, in good standing. Membership must be active by September 8, 2026, to be eligible to participate.
Please submit your nomination by clicking here
For additional information or assistance, email nominations@msuba.org.
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