California's community colleges participated in advocacy and celebration in recognition of Black Student Success Week (BSSW), April 24-28, 2023.
BSSW's fourth year was a successful one, including expanding its offerings and resources to include current and prospective community college students. Over 5,000 participants registered for The Black Hour webinars, held every day during BSSW. The Black Hour delivered strategies for higher education professionals to create a more equitable environment on campus. Webinars touched on a broad range of racial-justice topics, including the support of racially-equitable policy-making, transitioning to the workforce and livable wages, and programming for Black student success at the institutional level.
“Seeing the widespread support of Black Student Success Week this year was incredibly heartening,” said BSSW and President/CEO of Compton College, Dr. Keith Curry. “Black and African American students or would-be students need our support to ensure they can access the education they need to create bright futures for themselves, their families and their communities.”
Webinars touched on a broad range of racial-justice topics, including the support of racially-equitable policy-making, transitioning to the workforce and livable wages, and programming for Black student success at the institutional level.
“This impactful week of programming showcased the commitment to student success by community college leaders at every level,” said Larry Galizio, Ph.D., Community College League of California President and CEO. “More than that, Black Student Success Week elevated practical strategies and advocacy efforts to ensure that we are not just talking about how we help Black and African American students but making strides to strengthen local communities.”
The League is proud to partner with BSSW another year, and looks forward to its continued growth and success.
Black Student Success Week is held annually on the last week of April. For more information, visit https://linktr.ee/cablackstudents.
