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The Black Student Success Scholars (BSSS) program connects students from the African Diaspora to experience Black Excellence through a safe and welcoming environment. The program will bring an African-Centered education lens to support services, academic counseling, academic and cultural workshops, cultural enriching field trips, transfer planning, and HBCU tours.

Self-enroll in our Canvas page for a list of upcoming events, resources, and much more! You can also email us to join.

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Porch Talks

Join the Black Student Success Scholars in our monthly meetings! Porch Talks is a safe space for students from the African diaspora to build a sense of connectedness and learn to advocate for themselves while discussing important topics in the Black community.

  • Love Letters to Ourselves
    Tuesday, February 3   |  3 – 4:30 pm  |  SAC 130
  • Mix & Mingle
    Tuesday, March 3   |  3 – 4:30 pm  |  SAC 130
  • We Are Magic - Black Resilience, Cultural Wealth, and Storytelling Circles
    Wednesday, April 8   |  3 – 4:30 pm  |  SAC 130
  • Health is Wealth: Nutrition, Fitness, and Holistic Health
    Thursday, April 30   |  3 – 4:30 pm  |  SAC 130

Meetings will continue in the Fall semester. Dates coming soon.

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If you require an accommodation for any of the events listed, please contact Disability Support Programs for Students at least three business days prior to the event by calling 949-451-5630 or emailing ivcdsps@ivc.edu.