In August of 2020, Georgia Tech’s Black Alumni Organization recognized the challenges that Black students face as minorities at Georgia Tech and requested that actions be taken to improve educational access and success for Black students. Such a program was essential to fostering Black students’ sense of belonging, as well as contributing in notable ways to retention and graduation through an array of programs and services. Conversations about establishing such a center continued throughout 2021; a full assessment and resulting report produced by a team of external consultants was endorsed by Black student organizations and student leaders.

The Black Culture Center Planning Committee began regular meetings in December 2021 and submitted a formal proposal to the President’s Office in October 2022. President Ángel Cabrera then announced the establishment of Black Culture, Innovation, and Technology in April 2023.

BCIT opens its doors
 

Inaugural Director Meligha Garfield starts