Black Collegians
About us!
The Black Collegians Program/Umoja Community at SMC is designed to assist students of African descent in transferring to four-year universities and obtaining their Associate degree. We offer services to help you become academically competitive and to set personal goals. Black Collegians program staff and counselors provide a constant source of encouragement to our students and work with you to ensure that your needs are met.
Why Should You Join Us?
Our program counselors offer academic, career, and personal counseling to help students achieve their academic goals.
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On average, Black Collegians Umoja students have statistically higher GPAs than African American students who are not in the program.
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BC students persist to the next fall term at a higher rate than African American students who are not in the program.
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First-time freshman students and continuing students in the program successfully complete their enrolled courses at a higher rate than students who are not.
How to Join Us?
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We will have another enrollment period beginning in Summer 2021. You will attend an orientation during the summer or early fall as the first step to joining the program.
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Meet with a Black Collegians Counselor for an interview and discuss your educational plans. To make an appointment with a BC Counselor, you will need to email us or call us to request an appointment.
Our Requirements
All Black Collegians Program participants need to meet the following criteria each semester during the academic year:
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Meet with a Black Collegians Program counselor at least twice each semester.
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Attend a minimum of three program activities.