About

Mission and Goals

Dr. Rodriguez and study abroad trip to St. Lucia

Who We Are

The Institute on Black Life (IBL) is a research institute in the College of Arts and Sciences and is open to all members of the USF community. It provides physical and intellectual space for all who are interested in questions and projects that explore the ways the specificity of Black people's diverse lived experiences illuminate the meanings, challenges, and possibilities of human life in the modern world.

Mission

The Institute on Black Life fosters understanding and appreciation of African and African diaspora history and culture and encourages student success by serving as a nexus of cultural and intellectual community, supporting research initiatives among students and faculty, and engaging with community partners.

Goals

The IBL has the following goals :