The Bunche Fellows Program (BFP) is a research and mentorship initiative with a mission to center and expand the study of Black life. The program supports undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral fellows, as well as faculty mentors, from across UCLA’s disciplines to pursue original research that is informed by, relevant to, or shaped by the experiences of Black communities.
Services Provided
Through rigorous, community-centered scholarship, fellows explore the many dimensions of Black life – from politics, culture, and art to health, economics, education, and the biological sciences – advancing new knowledge that deepens understanding and drives impact.
Who We Serve
We serve those dedicated to researching Black life and the Black experience.
Mission and Goals
The program's mission is to center and expand the study of Black life.
African American/Black
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