The Africa Center advances innovative and interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary research that cross-cuts conventional disciplines in an attempt to tackle environmental and sustainability issues. Specifically, The Africa Center members address complex issues of biodiversity, ecosystems, wildlife, livestock and human health well-being, and the interactions that occur between these issues across spatio-temporal scales. The Africa Center members are actively involved in research, education, and collaborative engagement between institutions in Africa and the United States to promote sustainable ecosystems and societies.
Mission
The Africa Center aims to foster environmental, economic, and social sustainability through teaching, research, and engagement.
Vision
The Africa Center’s vision is to lead change for sustainable African environments and societies.
What We Do
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The Center promotes ideas for solutions for timely and important issues of African social-environmental well-being and sustainability
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The Center builds a network of CSU faculty, students, staff, community and regional members, and African partners for research, education and engagement
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The Center provides a platform for CSU faculty, students, staff, community members, and Africans to engage with one another on African issues
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The Center links diverse groups and types of knowledge to identify and solve environmental and social problems
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