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Men of Color Fall 2024 Events

Date & Time

Event

Location

August 23
7:30-10:30 a.m.

Breakfast Club

Pendleton Campus

September 3
11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Tent Tuesday

Pendleton Campus

September 19
12:30-1:30 p.m.

Workshop
Communication: Securing the Bag

Pendleton Campus, SSC 313

October 23
12:30-1:30 p.m.

Workshop
Be Your Own Boss

Pendleton Campus, SSC 313

November 7
11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Men of Color Luncheon

Pendleton Campus, AHEC

November 20
12:30-1:30 p.m. 

Workshop
STEM: Is That for Me?

Pendleton Campus, SSC 313

 

For more information, please contact one of the following:

Brian Smith (bsmith69@tctc.edu or 864.646.1887) or Dr. Jackie Blakley (jblakle1@tctc.edu or 864.646.1305)

Our Mission

To illuminate the pathway of academic and career achievement for African-American and Minority male students through academic success.

 

Our Vision

To empower minority men by cultivating and showcasing leadership skills and developing intentional practices to achieve success.

 

Our Values

Responsibility: Young men taking an active role in their academic pursuits and realizing they are accountable for their academic success.

Integrity: To be honest and consistent while displaying ethical principles and strong morals.

Leadership: To set an example that inspires others to become confident leaders.

Commitment: To display unwavering dedication to academic and career achievement.

To Be an Active Participant of the MOC Mentor/Mentee Program

  • Fully participate in mentor/mentee relationship and MOC activities (Ex. Workshops, group outings, etc.)
  • Seek feedback and advice relative to your personal, educational, and career goals
  • Fully respect your mentor and accept both honest and constructive feedback and advice
  • Complete tasks and duties assigned by your mentor that align with the MOC mission, vision, and values

If you are interested in having a Mentor, please complete the form below:







We Are Seeking Mentors for Our MOC Program

  • Availability & Communication: Establish availability with mentee (Ex. Discuss dates/times that accommodate both mentor and mentee) 
  • Advocacy: Provide guidance and offer honest and constructive feedback and/or suggestions relating to personal, educational and career goals
  • Role Model: Lead by example – let all actions support the MOC mission, vision, and values
  • Be Informed: Stay informed on current events and topics that may impact your mentee

If you are interested in being a Mentor, apply by completing this form:







Brian SmithDr. Brian Smith

Director of Adjunct Faculty and Student Support, Mentor

864.646.1887
bsmith69@tctc.edu

August JohnsonAugust Johnson

Business Administration Instructor, Mentor

864.646.2054
ajohns55@tctc.edu

Travis DurhamTravis Durham

Director of Student Engagement and Accountability, Mentor

864.646.1353
tdurha15@tctc.edu

Dr. Jackie BlakleyDr. Jackie Blakley

 Dean of Business and Public Services

864.646.1305
jblakle1@tctc.edu