GET INSPIRED District Hosts Black Student Success Week AdminApril 18, 2025030 views By San Diego Community College District The San Diego Community College District (SDCCD) and its four colleges, City, Mesa, Miramar, and College of Continuing Education, are proudly joining forces with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office in celebration of Black Student Success Week between April 21-25. This year’s theme is Lift Up, Level Up: The Rise of Black Serving Institutions. City, Mesa, Miramar, and Continuing Education colleges will host a variety of events in alignment with BSSW. Those interested in participating can select from such activities as the annual regional sneaker ball, spoken word from acclaimed poets, a mental health healing circle, a districtwide summit on April 18, and more. Throughout the week, #TheBlackHour webinars, hosted by the CCCCO, will share insights and approaches for improving student success among Black and African American students in community colleges. These daily webinars are open to community college administrators, staff, faculty, practitioners, and students. Among the highlights: FRIDAY, APRIL 18 8:30 to 11 a.m. Black Student Success Summit Engaging virtual workshops for students and employees featuring inspiring speakers and networking opportunities to equip students with strategies for success in their educational journey. Join the Zoom meeting here 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Poetry in Community: Speaking Truth, Sharing Strength A powerful celebration of voice, identity, and resilience featuring acclaimed poets Dr. Anthony Blacksher, Adrián Arancibia, and Stacy Dyson — three dynamic artists whose words ignite conversation and inspire change. The themes of culture, equity, and the Black experience will be explored through spoken word and storytelling. Food will be provided. Miramar College, L-105, 10440 Black Mountain Rd., 92126 MONDAY, APRIL 21 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spring Transfer Fair Students will have an opportunity to connect with local campuses (SDSU, CSUSM, UCSD, Point Loma Nazarene, USD, National University), as well as from the San Diego Education Consortium. Also in attendance will be representatives from local private and out-of-state schools offering both traditional and non-traditional online education options. City College, Schwartz Square, 1313 Park Blvd. 92101 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Black Transfer Resources and Academic Programs Students will hear from representatives of Black Resource Centers and Black Student Organizations. City College, MS-140, 1313 Park Blvd. 92101 Noon to 1 p.m. #TheBlackHour with the California Community College Chancellor’s Office: The Rise of Black-Serving Institutions. Virtual registration, here 1 to 2:30 p.m. The Rise of San Diego College of Continuing Education as a Black Serving Institution Hear a presentation on the report findings from a survey distributed to the Black Student Success Program students. College of Continuing Education, Mid-City Campus, Room 316, 3792 Fairmount Ave., 92105; or attend via Zoom 1 to 3 p.m. Umoja Campus Kickback Play games, learn about on-campus resources, and meet students and employees while celebrating Mesa’s Black Students with Umoja. Mesa College, Quad, 7250 Mesa College Dr., 92111 TUESDAY, APRIL 22 11 a.m. to Noon Path to Black Excellence Library Scavenger Hunt Find clues and discover hidden treasures while exploring the vast collection of books, resources, and library spaces. Mesa College, LRC, 7250 Mesa College Dr., 92111 Noon to 1 p.m. #TheBlackHour with the California Community College Chancellor’s Office: Black Servingness: Maintaining Our Voice and Action. Virtual registration, here 1 to 2:30 p.m. (A2MEND) Black Male Resilience – Black Men, Black Masterpiece with Ishé Hollins “Black Man Black Masterpiece” is a poetic affirmation and short film by artist Ishé Ishé Hollins, created to restore, rebuild, and revive the spirit of Black men and boys of all ages. Food will be provided. College of Continuing Education, Mid-City Campus, Room 316, 3792 Fairmount Ave., 92105; or attend via Zoom WEDNESDAY APRIL 23 11 a.m. to Noon Thriving Together: Strengthening Mental Health and Wellness in the Black Community An uplifting workshop, in partnership with the UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness, focusing on strengthening mental health, wellness, and cultural resilience in the Black community. Miramar College, K1-107, 10440 Black Mountain Rd., 92126 Noon to 1 p.m. #TheBlackHour with the California Community College Chancellor’s Office: Power Moves: Equipping Black Talent for Tomorrow’s Workforce. Virtual registration, here 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. The Pursuit of Finding Mentorship Explore the power of mentorship through personal stories. Refreshments will be provided. Miramar College, L-104 Career & Life Design Services, 10440 Black Mountain Rd., 92126 1 to 2:30 p.m. Higher Education Legal Services The Higher Education Legal Services program provides trusted, accessible, and high-quality immigration legal services to college communities within the California border regions, directly on campus. Snacks will be provided. College of Continuing Education, Mid-City Campus, Room 218, 3792 Fairmount Ave., 92105; or attend via Zoom THURSDAY, APRIL 24 11 to Noon Workforce Development Facilitated by Brisa Lauren Johnson, the San Diego Black Worker Center will share how they help build a more equitable economy to advance the Black Worker Justice Movement. City College, MS-140, 1313 Park Blvd. 92101 Noon to 1 p.m. #TheBlackHour with the California Community College Chancellor’s Office: Putting the AFRICAN in African American Student Success. Virtual registration, here 1 to 2 p.m. Black Student Success Program Healing Circle with BE WELL The Healing Circle is a safe and culturally affirming space for Black students to share, heal, and build resilience. College of Continuing Education, Mid-City Campus, Room 316, 3792 Fairmount Ave., 92105; or attend via Zoom 5 to 7 p.m. Open Mic Night Hosted by the Black Student Union and Black Studies, students will showcase their talent while attendees enjoy an evening of music, poetry, comedy, and more. Mesa College, G-102, 7250 Mesa College Dr., 92111 FRIDAY, APRIL 25 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Focus on Practitioners and Leadership Facilitated by Dr. BJ Snowden of the The CSU Central Office for the Advancement of Black Student Success, the Black Student Success planning retreat will focus on goal setting and budgeting to increase and support Black student success at City College. City College, MS-140, 1313 Park Blvd. 92101 Noon to 1 p.m. #TheBlackHour with the California Community College Chancellor’s Office: Live from the Frontlines of Black Student Success: Accounts from Practitioners and Executive Leadership. Virtual registration, here 5 to 9 p.m. BSSW Regional Sneaker Ball A black carpet, formal attire event to celebrate the closing out of BSSW to celebrate art, culture, and community. Students, faculty members, staff, and administrators from colleges within the region will rock their favorite pair of sneakers. City College, MS-140, 1313 Park Blvd. 92101 Additionally, between April 21-25, Mesa College will host Black Faculty Counselor Collaborative (BFCC) Counseling Hot Spots, where students can sign up for a 30-minute appointment to discuss education planning, financial aid, academic renewal, petitions, career planning, transferring, and more. As one of the largest of California’s 73 community college districts, the San Diego Community College District serves approximately 90,000 students annually through its four colleges. San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, and San Diego Miramar College offer associate degrees and certificates in occupational programs that prepare students for university transfer and good-paying careers. The credit colleges also offer bachelor’s degrees in high-demand fields such as Health Information Management, Cyber Defense and Analysis, and Public Safety Management. San Diego College of Continuing Education, a statewide leader in noncredit education, offers free, adult education programs at seven campuses throughout San Diego. Related Source link