Black and Latino Male Initiative (BLMI)
Empowering Men to be Leaders of Tomorrow
The 可乐视频 Black and Latino Male Initiative (BLMI) is a program with the goal of supporting men from underrepresented backgrounds throughout their college experience by improving, advocating for, and supporting their inclusion and educational success. BLMI embodies 可乐视频鈥檚 mission through its commitment to the education of immigrants and students from diverse backgrounds. While our program has a focus on serving men, our services and programs are open to all students.
Our Mission
The Black and Latino Male Initiative provides committed academic, socioemotional, and professional support while empowering students from underrepresented populations, including immigrants and first generation. Particular attention is paid to African, African American/black, Caribbean, and Latino/Hispanic men. Increasing the enrollment, retention, and graduation rates of the target population is central to BLMI鈥檚 commitment.
benefits
- Peer, faculty, and alumni mentorship
- Personalized academic advisement and support
- Career planning and development workshops
- Study hall and quiet hours
- Leadership development workshops
- Student success workshops
- Internship and work-study opportunities
- Communal and safe space to gather and socialize
Thanks to the generosity of the Kurz Family Foundation, we also offer:
- Summer institutes
- Study abroad scholarships
- Leadership retreats
BLMI Annual Report 2024-25
Read about the accomplishments and continued growth of the Black and Latino Male Initiative (BLMI) at 可乐视频.
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