Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center

Black Cultural Center room with bookshelves, lounge couches, and meeting table.
Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center

Connect with Us!

Lyllye Reynolds-Parker
Black Cultural Center

1870 East 15th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97403

Academic Year Hours

  • 9:15 a.m.–5:15 p.m.
  • 9:15 a.m.–6:45 p.m.
  • 9:15 a.m.–6:45 p.m.
  • 9:15 a.m.–6:45 p.m.
  • 9:15 a.m.–5:15 p.m.
  • CLOSED
  • CLOSED

Hours subject to change; summer hours will vary.

Collaboration and Advertisements?

We invite the UO campus and greater Oregon community to advertise programs, events, and job opportunities via the Shades of Black Newsletter and BCC social media.


BCC Space Reservations

Host your next meeting, campus visit, or event at the BCC!

Submit your request at least seven business days in advance via the submission form below. All requests must be submitted via the form.

Please Note: All requests are subject to space and staff availability. We do no accept requests for times when the university is closed for holidays and breaks.

Our Mission, Our Legacy

The Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center (BCC) empowers Black students at the University of Oregon by serving as a catalyst for academic achievement and personal growth. As a welcoming and affirming space, the BCC connects students with vital resources to navigate their academic, cultural, and social journeys. Through its commitment to Black student success, the BCC enriches the cultural fabric and collective development of the entire university community.


Black Cultural Center Scholarships

Award allocations are based on academic classification, but range from $2,500–$7,000; available for incoming first-year students through graduate and law students.

This year's award cycle has closed. The application for AY26-27 will open in late summer 2026.

Aris Hall
Aris Hall, PhD
Associate Director, Community and Belonging; Program Director, Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center

Walter Hicks wearing a green plaid shirt
Walker Hicks
Program Coordinator, Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center

Events

Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center (BCC) Open House

3:00 p.m.

The Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center (BCC) invites students to join us for our open house to discover the many resources, programs, and opportunities available through...

Sep

25

Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center (BCC) Open House
September 25
3:00–5:00 p.m.

The Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center (BCC) invites students to join us for our open house to discover the many resources, programs, and opportunities available through the BCC. Enjoy a sweet treat while meeting our staff, connecting with fellow students, and learning how the BCC fosters community, cultural engagement, and academic success. 

A Family Affair: Welcome Mixer at the Black Cultural Center

4:30 p.m.

Join the Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center for A Family Affair, our annual welcome event celebrating the start of a new academic year. Connect with Black student...

Oct

1

A Family Affair: Welcome Mixer at the Black Cultural Center
October 1
4:30–6:30 p.m.

Join the Lyllye Reynolds-Parker Black Cultural Center for A Family Affair, our annual welcome event celebrating the start of a new academic year. Connect with Black student organizations, Black-owned student businesses, and campus partners while building community and learning about opportunities to get involved. Whether you're new to campus or returning, A Family Affair is a chance to find your people, make connections, and kick off the year in community.