E-Course Outcomes
Students will:
Resilience in navigating predominantly white institutions — students gain strategies to manage cultural pressures, identity challenges, and social dynamics with confidence.
Consistent academic progression — monthly check‑ins ensure students stay on track with coursework, grades, and long‑term goals.
Emotional and mental health stability — regular evaluations and support help students build wellness routines and access resources when needed.
Community and belonging — monthly workshops foster peer connection, mentorship, and safe spaces for reflection and growth.
Practical skill‑building — workshops equip students with tools for communication, leadership, and self‑advocacy in diverse environments.
Holistic success roadmap — students graduate from the program with a clear plan for thriving academically, socially, and personally throughout their college journey.
Why This Matters
For African American students attending predominantly white universities, the pressures extend far beyond academics. Navigating identity, belonging, and systemic challenges can impact confidence, mental health, and persistence. Too often, students are left to figure it out alone — and that isolation can derail even the most promising journeys.
The Village to Vanguard Program matters because it:
Provides consistent support through monthly check‑ins that track academic progress, emotional stability, and mental health.
Creates community and belonging with monthly workshops that foster peer connection, mentorship, and safe spaces for growth.
Equips students with strategies to thrive academically, socially, and personally, ensuring they graduate not only with a degree but with resilience, confidence, and legacy.
This program transforms the college experience from one of survival to one of empowerment — guiding students from the margins to the vanguard of leadership and success.
What the student will work on
Navigating campus culture at PWIs — building strategies to manage identity, belonging, and social pressures as African American students.
Tracking academic progress — monthly check‑ins to evaluate coursework, grades, and long‑term academic goals.
Strengthening emotional and mental health — guided reflection and support to address stress, imposter syndrome, and wellness routines.
Participating in monthly workshops — skill‑building sessions on communication, leadership, resilience, and community connection.
Developing personal support maps — identifying mentors, peer networks, and campus resources for ongoing success.
Creating a holistic success plan — combining academics, wellness, and professional preparation into a clear roadmap for thriving.