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Why DEI Programs Matter to College Students

Three MSSI students.

Before Emmanuel Marshall graduated from CCBC, he was a member of our Male Student Success Initiative. In his article, Marshall shares how DEIB programs offer students of color a wealth of opportunities and resources, which is why we need more of them.


From EdTrust, by Emmanuel Marshall

I am a recent graduate of the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). I am able to write this because of the Male Student Success Initiative (MSSI) at CCBC. MSSI was founded after analyzing the retention rate for men of color compared to the other demographics at the college. The goal of the program is ensuring the success of men of color inside and outside of the classroom, and to say that it has significantly changed my life is an understatement. I wanted a more meaningful and engaging college experience, and that is exactly what I got.

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