In response to a strong culture of Black student activism, the Office of Black Student Development (OBSD) advances the experiences of all Black students, advocates for their needs, and fosters their personal and academic achievement through graduation and beyond. Through the development of innovative and sustainable programs and services aimed to increase the recruitment, retention, academic achievement, holistic support, and self-advocacy of our Black community, OBSD addresses the needs of the Black student community and holds ourselves and the university responsible to meet those needs. We strive to engage, develop, and activate these experiences to promote an inclusive campus experience that fosters a sense of belonging and leaders of social change.

Department Mailing Address
Mailing Address

Office of Black Student Development
Student Resource Building (SRB), Room 1212
UCSB MC 7170
Santa Barbara, California 93106-7170

Department Phone Number

Department Phone Number
8058934260

Best Way to
Refer a Student

Best way to refer a student

  • Visit our website
  • Call our office
  • Email us

Location(s)


Student Resource Building (SRB) Photo

Student Resource Building (SRB)

Student Resource Building (SRB), 1st Floor, Room 1212  (Across from the Graduate Resource Center)