Alumni & Parent Programs

Black Alumni Association Scholarship

Black Student Reading BookThe Butler Black Alumni Association, formerly known as the Minority Alumni Council, was established in 1986. It exists to strengthen, foster, encourage and effectively communicate the needs of alumni of African-American descent. The association promotes professional development, cultural awareness and personal development among its members and all members of the Butler community; encourages alumni of African-American descent to participate in the life of the university; and fosters productive interaction among the current student body, faculty, staff and administration. Members of the association and others provide ongoing support to this fund, which was established as an annual scholarship by the Minority Alumni Council in 1990 and endowed by its successor, the Butler Black Alumni Association, in 2006.

The Black Alumni Association Scholarship assists full-time black students who exemplify commitment and identification with the African-American community, with special consideration given to students who demonstrate financial need. Potential recipients may be recommended by the vice president of the Black Alumni Association with final confirmation by the financial aid office.