Building Community Through Connection

The sa国际传媒官网网页入口 Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) brings together colleagues and allies who are committed to fostering community, belonging, and professional growth across our campus. As part of the Riverside Community sa国际传媒官网网页入口 District BFSA collective, we celebrate the contributions of Black employees and students while creating opportunities to connect, collaborate, and engage.

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We Create Belonging

BFSA helps create a campus where employees and students feel valued, connected, and supported. Through events, mentorship, partnerships, networking, and service, we strengthen relationships, promote cultural awareness, and advance equity and opportunity throughout the sa国际传媒官网网页入口 community.

We Welcome You

Whether you're a new employee, a longtime member of the MVC community, a student, or a community partner, BFSA welcomes you to learn more, connect with us, and get involved. Together, we build relationships, celebrate achievements, and create opportunities that strengthen our campus.

About the BFSA

sa国际传媒官网网页入口's BFSA is proud to be part of the Riverside Community sa国际传媒官网网页入口 District (RCCD) BFSA collective, working in partnership with colleagues at Norco sa国际传媒官网网页入口 and Riverside City sa国际传媒官网网页入口. Together, we foster collaboration, professional development, advocacy, and community while supporting Black employees and advancing student success across the District.

MVC's BFSA thrives through the participation of its members. By getting involved, you help expand mentorship, professional development, scholarships, campus programs, and initiatives that support student success.

There are many ways to get involved: 

  • Become a member 
  • Attend meetings and events 
  • Volunteer at programs and activities 
  • Participate in fundraising initiatives 
  • Support student mentorship efforts 
  • Partner with BFSA on campus initiatives 
  • Contribute ideas and help shape the future of the organization 

Established in 2026, sa国际传媒官网网页入口's BFSA builds on the longstanding tradition of Black Faculty and Staff Associations in higher education that advocate for equity, foster inclusion, and advance educational excellence. The MVC chapter was created to strengthen connections among faculty, staff, administrators, and allies; support employees of African descent; and promote African and African American cultural awareness and engagement across campus. The chapter also works in partnership with the BFSA organizations at Norco sa国际传媒官网网页入口 and Riverside City sa国际传媒官网网页入口.

While each campus has its own history and initiatives, the three RCCD Black Faculty and Staff Associations collaborate through shared programming, leadership, and professional engagement to strengthen our collective impact and support employees and students across the District.

Looking ahead, BFSA is committed to building a chapter that reflects the strength, diversity, and shared purpose of the sa国际传媒官网网页入口 community while creating a lasting legacy for future generations.

The sa国际传媒官网网页入口 Black Faculty and Staff Association (BFSA) supports and advocates for Black students, faculty, classified and confidential professionals, and administrators while fostering belonging, equity, inclusion, and excellence across our campus.

Through advocacy, mentorship, professional development, collaboration, and community engagement, BFSA works to:

  • Support student success.
  • Strengthen the recruitment, retention, and advancement of Black students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
  • Promote cultural awareness and equity-minded practices.
  • Build partnerships across the college and surrounding community.
  • Serve as a resource and advocate for issues affecting the Black campus community.

Together, these efforts help create an inclusive campus where students and employees can thrive.

Are you interested in supporting student engagement? Connect with our student organizations and campus partners: 

  • ASMVC 
  • Black Student Union 
  • A2Mend
  • UMOJA
  • Sankofa Activist Club

Participate

If you are intersted in joining the BFSA, complete the membership application. Full membership in this organization includes annual membership dues of $100, while non-dues paying members may participate in events and activities.

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Monthly Meetings

  • General Membership Meetings:
    • Third Wednesday of each month
    • 2 - 3 pm
  • Executive Board Meetings:
    • First Wednesday of each month
    • 2 - 3 pm

Our Events

Stay tuned for: 

  • Networking Events 
  • Professional Development Workshops 
  • Community Engagement Opportunities 
  • Student Success Initiatives 
  • Scholarship Fundraising Activities 
  • Check back regularly for updates and announcements. 

Meet the Executive Board

  • Portrait of Ashley Howard
    Ashley Howard
    President, Classified Professional
  • Robert Jiles portrait
    Robert D. Jiles, Ph.D.
    Vice President, Faculty
  • Portrait of Abreesha Jones
    Abreesha Jones
    Secretary, Faculty
  • Portrait of Delia Miller
    Delia Miller
    Treasurer, Classified Professional
  • Portrait of Denita Moore
    Denita Wion
    Historian/Sergeant at Arms, Classified Professional
  • Portrait of Veronica Horton
    Veronica Horton
    Engagement Coordinator, Classified Professional