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Strategic Student Initiatives

Where students feel supported and connected

Our Strategic Student Initiatives (SSI) offers tailored programs and innovative services to promote academic achievement, professional development, mentoring and community. We are on a mission to cultivate holistic student success by providing targeted academic and co-curricular support and professional development resources that empower students to achieve their goals.

The Female Student Success Initiative (FSSI)

FSSI strives to create a vibrant community where women feel supported, connected and empowered to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals. We aim to build a culture of excellence and belonging, where women can build the confidence and skills to thrive as leaders. Explore our pillars of success:

Fostering a sense of belonging

By creating a supportive environment that encourages meaningful peer connections, and promotes well-being, we empower students to persist and achieve their academic and personal goals.

Empowering women to achieve academically

We provide access to targeted resources and high-impact practices that enhance critical thinking, cultivate leadership skills and prepare women at CCBC for a seamless transfer to four-year institutions or direct entry into a career field.

Meaningful mentor relationships that inspire confidence, resilience and growth

Through personalized guidance and support, our mentorship program connects women with experienced professionals, faculty and staff who can provide insight, encouragement and practical strategies for success.

The Male Student Success Initiative (MSSI)

MSSI envisions a dynamic community where male students at CCBC thrive in the classroom and beyond - confidently pursuing personal and professional success. Through holistic supports that further academic achievement and meaningful engagement, we provide resources and opportunities that inspire success and leadership. Explore our pillars of success:

Equipping our students with the practical skills they need

We prepare men at CCBC for the workforce through career-readiness programming, networking opportunities and internships. We aim to equip students with the professional etiquette and confidence needed to excel in internships, job interviews and future careers.

Setting goals and building lifelong success

We believe in developing the whole student through workshops, mentorship and experiential learning. These opportunities not only help curate self-awareness, but resilience and emotional intelligence as well.

Encouraging students to connect

Through community-building activities, events and leadership opportunities, we create a sense of belonging for MSSI students. By encouraging them to connect with campus resources, peers, faculty, staff and mentors, they develop relationships that support persistence and retention.