Sankofa is a five-day residential program that develops cultural and life skill competencies in participants. Sankofa introduces first year students to the Sun Devil college experience while addressing issues germane to African American students. Participants engage in workshops highlighting a variety of issues that speak to college life, as well issues relevant to the Black community. In addition, participants engage with student leaders active in student organizations providing participants with exposure to resources (on and off campus), involvement opportunities, and the Sun Devil Way.

African American students who experienced Sankofa have went on to become members of ASU’s USG Senate and presidents of over half of the organizations under the BAC, including academic and Greek organizations.