Male Success Initiatives (MSI)

Black Men of Excellence

Members of the BME cohort

Our Mission

The Black Men of Excellence cohort is committed to the retention, graduation, and nurturing a sense of belonging for all students at Cal Poly Pomona.  While our program is designed to bridge the graduation and retention gaps for Black Men at Cal Poly Pomona, we welcome any individuals(s) who wish to positively uplift and support students, regardless of how they identity, in those efforts.

Through programming, mentoring, and networking with on-campus and off-campus partners our goal is to ensure that the Black Men of Excellence cohort serves as a model for all students to be prepared for their future career path. 

Students play a game of flag football

Multiple Engagement Opportunities

Participation is free and no application is required! 

  • Shop Talks
  • Peer-to-Peer Mentoring
  • Speaker Series
  • Sporting Activities
  • Immersion Activities

Benefits of the Program

Free Activities and Services for Students

Connections to other Black Men at CPP

Mentorship

Reach Out

Contact: Kenneth Partner, Senior Coordinator

kwpartner@cpp.edu

(909) 869-3535