Who We Are: Rooted in Culture, Driven By Legacy

NEP delivers culturally grounded programs that empower students, equip parents, and partner with universities to strengthen retention and build lasting legacies of success

Unique Value - Culturally Affirming Pathways

Where others provide generic advising, NEP-NP delivers holistic, culturally affirming pathways that strengthen retention, empower families, and build pipelines to professional schools. We don’t just prepare students for college — we prepare them for graduation, leadership, and legacy.

Unique Value - Leadership and Legacy

NEP-NP bridges the gap between students, families, and institutions by delivering culturally affirming programs that not only improve retention but also build generational wealth, leadership, and legacy within the African American community.

Unique Value – Culturally Grounded, Step-By-Step Guidance

We begin where most support ends — at the moment of college acceptance. While other organizations focus only on admissions or general advising, we provide culturally grounded, step-by-step guidance that empowers both students and parents to thrive throughout the entire college journey. Our programs are designed not just to prepare students academically, but to anchor them financially, nurture their wellness, and cultivate leadership rooted in legacy.

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"The workbook became my roadmap. The stories from Black lawyers, the journal prompts, the GPA strategy — it all helped me see myself not just as a candidate, but as a future advocate. I walked away with clarity, confidence, and a sense of purpose I didn’t have before. Now I’m in my first year of law school, and I carry this foundation with me every day."

Brian Fullten

"Before I found the Nkyinkyim Educational Pathways, I was overwhelmed. I knew I wanted to go to law school, but I didn’t know how to get there — or if I even belonged in that space. Working with Kris changed everything. It wasn’t just about applications or LSAT scores — it was about reclaiming my story, understanding my power, and building a plan that honored where I come from."

Janice Turner

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From College Admission to Campus Success - With Cultural Strategy That Works for African American Students

Financial Awareness

Reduce College Debt for Black Families

Advocacy for systemic change in education.

Gain admission to professional school with confidence

Equity Focused

Empowerment Strategies

Three Stage Continual Support

Stage 1 - Post-Admissions Success Programs

Stage 2 - Retention and Success Programs

Stage 3 - Partnerships

Why NKYINKYIM?

WHY KRIS COLEMAN:

Kris Coleman is a veteran, educator, legal scholar, and cultural strategist. She has a lifelong commitment to empowering Black students. She’s served in the U.S. Air Force, worked in healthcare. During her educational journey she earned both a Juris Doctorate and Masters in Business Administration along with a Masters in African &African and African American Studies.

As a college instructor and advisor at The Ohio State University, Kris has guided hundreds of students and built culturally grounded frameworks that help Black students thrive in grad and professional programs.

Her lived experience — as a first-gen student, veteran, mentor, and Fulbright scholar — shapes every tool and resource offered through Nkyinkyim. This is more than advising. It’s cultural navigation, academic strategy, and leadership rooted in truth.

Kris Y. Coleman, J.D, MBA, MA

Founder & Executive Director

Grounded in cultural relevance, financial clarity, academic strength, and leadership development, guiding students and parents toward a legacy of success

Anchored in cultural advising, consistent mentorship, academic counseling, and professional development, ensuring students remain supported, resilient, and prepared throughout their college journey

Rooted in equity, collaboration, and cultural ownership, partnering with universities ad community orgs to strengthen retention while preserving our curriculum and empowering African American students to thrive in predominantly white institutions.

"The workbook and guidance Kris provided helped my daughter map out her college years with intention. She came away with a plan, a purpose, and a community that truly sees her. As a mother, there’s no greater peace than knowing your child is walking into their future with clarity and support. This workshop was a blessing to our whole family."

- Clarice Turner

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