Welcome!
Intercultural Relations is excited to support the Black student community through inclusive programming, Black Diaspora celebrations, and leadership opportunities designed to support Black Excellence.
Black Excellence Student Transition (BEST)
BEST is an on-boarding experience designed to welcome, connect, and thoughtfully integrate incoming first-year and transfer students within the Â鶹´«Ã½ campus community. The BEST program seeks to encourage student holistic wellness, community engagement, and academic success by offering important resources and information during the on-boarding experience.Ìý Students must register in advance to participate and we look forward to supporting students with being their best with BEST!
Black Student Advisory Board (BSAB)
The Black Student Advisory Board (BSAB) represents the voices of Black students and advocates for the success and holistic wellness of the Black student community at Â鶹´«Ã½. The BSAB will engage and work closely with the Office of Intercultural Relations, university departments, offices, and organizations to provide recommendations for new initiatives and constructive feedback to improve current programs and services.
Soar with Soul Mentorship Program
The Soar with Soul Mentorship Program encourages mentorship connections between current students and incoming first-year/ transfer students.Ìý As role models within the Â鶹´«Ã½ community, current students are selected to become Soar with Soul Peer or Community Engagement Mentors who holistically support new first-year and transfer students during their collegiate journey as a connected community SOARS together!Ìý
Vital Initiatives Supporting Black Excellence (VIBE)
VIBE is designed to connect, engage, and foster a sense of belonging for the Black student community at Â鶹´«Ã½!
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- Black History Month
- Sankofa
- Black History Month Gala
- MLK Celebration
- Juneteenth Commemoration
Black Student Organizations
Explore, Experience, and Engage with Â鶹´«Ã½'s Black student community and organizations during programs and events!
