African American Male Summit
This event is being done by our good brother, Dr. Shalamon Duke, Dean of Counseling and Student Services at Coastline Community College in Fountain Valley, California.
African American Male Summit
A Critical Examination of Institutional Barriers in Community Colleges
March 19, 2008
Coastline Le Jao Center
14140 All American Way
Westminster, CA 92683
About the Conference
In 1933 Dr. Carter G. Woodson published his landmark book entitled The Mis-Education of the Negro. Dr. Woodson’s book characterized mainstream institutions of education as controlling institutional structures with a primary interest focused on maintaining asymmetrical power relations then on the educational and social success of African Americans. In 2008, looking at the success rates of African American men in California Community Colleges, Woodson’s assertions concerning these institutions provide a useful framework for understanding the institution’s relationship with African American men which has left them largely excluded from the educational process.
The literature on African-American men in higher education both as students and educational professionals often paints a bleak picture for the future. A dwindling number of African-American male students in postsecondary education (in both public and private institutions) and a dearth of black faculty and administrators represent an alarming trend in education. This trend is even more alarming in the nation’s community colleges often viewed as gateways for advanced degrees and upward mobility for the country’s most disenfranchised and under-represented student populations. The crisis among African-American men in higher education has become a hot-button issue during recent times with the rapid infusion of statistics and reports that point out the symptoms of the problem but rarely focus on its root causes or offer tangible solutions.
The mission of the conference is to counteract the dismal forecast of the African American male in higher education, by centrally focusing on the role of the institution. Institutions of higher learning play a pivotal role in the education, leadership, support, and engagement of these students. This conference will address these problems. Informative presenters and interactive workshops will develop realistic strategies and concrete recommendations that can be put into practice in our respective colleges.
Who Should Attend:
College Administrators | Faculty | Support Staff | Counselors | Policy Makers | Board of Trustee Members | Business Community | Students | High School Students | High School Administrators
Send Registration (form or register online) to:
African American Male Summit
c/o CCCF
11460 Warner Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Registration Fee:
Professional Registration Fee: $75.00
Student Registration Fee: $20.00
Coastline Community College has an international reputation as one of the nation’s most innovative institutions. Founded in 1976, Coastline continues to deliver education through technology and a comprehensive curriculum. Unlike other colleges, Coastline does not have a traditional campus. Instead, classroom instruction is held at dozens of sites close to students’ homes and workplaces within the Coast Community College District service area.
The African American Male Educational Network and Development (A2MEND) organization is comprised of African American male administrators who utilize their scholarly and professional expertise and position to foster institutional change within the community college system. We aim to create an affirming academic and professional environment for African Americans with a particular focus on African American male students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
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from Bro. Jonathan Mason
Greetings Brothers In Sigma!
On this 94th Anniversary of the founding of our beloved fraternity, I wanted to share a few of my thoughts with the men of Sigma. Many of us will have celebrated the birthday of our fraternity on the 9th and many others will extend the celebration through this weekend, and perhaps, next weekend also. But in the midst of our celebration, I wanted to take a few moments to focus our minds on the serious reason for the founding of Phi Beta Sigma and to set before us the challenges that will transform our celebration into achievement. In thinking about our beloved fraternity, I first directed my mind to our history and the men who set the course upon which we now travel.
I have recently visited the campus of Howard University and walked on the sacred ground that gave birth to the fraternity which joins all of us as brothers. As I stood in the midst of the greatness that now typifies Howard University, I have tried to imagine how very different the campus was almost a century ago when our noble Founders first joined hands. On that cold, January day, none of the buildings that now stand were present. The “long walk” that leads to the Founders Library was years from creation. Of the buildings now familiar to most brothers, Douglas Hall, the Fine Arts Complex, the Alaine Locke Building and the Student Center; none then existed.
In 1914, the campus was stark; almost nonexistent. And yet, these three men had the insight to look beyond the years, to see beyond both time and space to see what Sigma has become today “a worldwide brotherhood” tens of thousands strong. What gave them the strength of purpose to do what no men before them had done; to conceive an organization radically different from any that then existed?
I believe in the principles [Brotherhood, Scholarship & Service] of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity and my loyalty to these transcends all personal responsibility
Thinking on these things, I have come to see that our Founders didn’t simply speak about principles. They were the living embodiment of the principles that they gave to us. Let us look at each of these great men.
Read more…
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Founders Day Information [for New York]
more founder’s day info. this time for NY passed along from bro. lorenzo johnson
Founder’s Day is quickly approaching and along with that comes another opportunity to express our love for our Fraternity and show our love to those without whom it would never be possible for us to call each other FAMILY:
January 13, 2008
Iona College at Spellman Hall 4:00pm
Our very own Bro. Lamont Granby is the guest speaker
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Atlanta Joint Founder’s Days events
bro. joël ndjieunde passed on joint founder’s day information for atlanta.
Several chapters of PBS and ZPB worked together to bring you the TRUE BLUE WEEK.You are all invited to become part of the festivities this week from Jan 9th through Jan 16th.
More details available at www.trueblueweek.com
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Blue & White Founder’s Day
bro marvell brantley passed on this information about founder’s day in the DC/MD/VA area
Calling ALL DC/MD/VA Blu and White Bluchatpham!!!
Founder’s Day is quickly approaching and along with that comes another opportunity to express our love for our Fraternity and show our love to those without whom it would never be possible for us to call each other FAMILY:
And what better way to celebrate the beginning of a legacy than at Dave and Buster’s???
That’s right Pham. We’re turning Arundel Mills in Glen Burnie, MD into DC/MD/VA Blu and White Central for our Founder’s Day celebrations! Dave and Buster’s will be blocking their VIP room for us to meet, greet, and fellowship in honor of the letters we wear in our hearts. The cost of this event is $40 per person. This includes the use of the VIP room as well as a buffet (soft drinks included) to die for. I’ve also personally acquired the services of the best bartender and server to personally attend to us so please believe that we’re in VERY good hands. Please RSVP as soon as possible as the funds need to be collected by no later than Tuesday, January 8th to secure the room, the menu, and the service. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me directly through my email address: DWadlington@micros.com.
Date: January 12, 2008
Time: 7:00PM – 10:00PM
Place: Dave and Buster’s in Arundel Mills Mall
Attire: Paraphernalia preferred but not required
Cost: $40.00 (Alcoholic drinks are separate)
This is sure to be the hottest Founder’s Day celebration since 1914, so don’t miss out and regret it for the rest of your lives! Hope to see you ALL there!
Devon P. Wadlington
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