Center for Black Excellence

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About the Center for Black Excellence

The Center for Black Excellence (CBE) is a dynamic, student-led organization committed to fostering a supportive and empowering environment for students of color on our campus. The mission of the Center for Black Excellence is to create a space for students that goes beyond academics by focusing on educational opportunities, leadership development, and community building. In alignment with our university’s values, the Center for Black Excellence is dedicated to helping students discover and develop their divine design.

Vision and Goals

The Center for Black Excellence (CBE) is a dynamic, student-led club committed to fostering a supportive and empowering environment for students of color on our campus. The mission of the Center for Black Excellence is to create a space for students that goes beyond academics by focusing on educational opportunities, leadership development, and community building. In alignment with our university’s values, the Center for Black Excellence is dedicated to helping students discover and develop their divine design.

Vision and Goals

Education

At the Center for Black Excellence, our primary goal is to empower students of color through education. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive training in the areas of financial knowledge, family dynamics, and planning for the future. By offering workshops, seminars, and resources, we aim to equip our members with the skills and information necessary to successfully navigate the complexities of life.

Empowerment

We aspire to be a driving force in our students’ lives. Through leadership development programs and initiatives, we encourage our members to lead, create, learn, build, and explore. This commitment to empowerment extends beyond academics, aiming to instill confidence and resilience that will serve our students throughout their lives.

Engagement

We recognize the importance of connection with one’s culture and community, which is why the Center for Black Excellence is committed to fostering meaningful engagement among students of color. Through events, discussions, and collaborative projects, we provide opportunities for students to actively engage with their culture and heritage and make meaningful contributions to the broader community.

Environment

Creating a safe and welcoming environment is fundamental to our vision. We strive to establish a space where every member feels valued and supported. By promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, we aim to cultivate an atmosphere that fosters personal and academic growth while embracing the richness of our diverse backgrounds.

Encounter

Spiritual development is a vital aspect of our mission. The Center for Black Excellence seeks to assist in shaping our students’ spiritual lives by ensuring they are actively engaged in the process of spiritual formation. Through relevant programming, discussions, and support, we aim to create opportunities for students to explore and strengthen their faith, which will contribute to their overall well-being and personal growth.

Get Involved

The Center for Black Excellence is open to all students on campus seeking community, support, and opportunities for personal, professional, and academic growth. 

Attend our engaging meetings where ideas are shared, collaborations are formed, and friendships are nurtured. Be part of impactful events designed to celebrate culture, encourage dialogue, and contribute to the broader community. Stay connected with CBE through social media, to get all the exciting updates and opportunities.

The Center for Black Excellence is a platform for active involvement, where every student has the chance to contribute, to learn, and to thrive.

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Connect with the Center for Black Excellence

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Sylvia Blackmon-Roberts
Vice President, Community Relations
sblackmonroberts@seu.ed