Building Better Men for Greater Success
The Male Success Initiative (MSI) is an enrichment program for male students, particularly men of color, that provides professional, academic, and personal development. MSI helps participants develop a game plan for success, from orientation to graduation.
Who should participate in the MSI?
GovState male students of color who are committed to their success no matter what. The MSI does not operate within traditional deficit model approaches. Instead, we believe in giving our students the tools needed to succeed academically, compete globally, and develop professionally. No matter where you start, if your success is important to you, then it's important to the Male Success Initiative.
Why should I join the Male Success Initiative?
Participants of the MSI benefit from unique and targeted on- and off-campus opportunities that contribute to their personal and professional success:
- Engage participants in robust, yet candid dialogue about identity, goals, and the barriers that tend to impede their collective and individual progress.
- Encourage participants' awareness of and exposure to, the diversity of their history and society through a cultural exploration of museum exhibits, performances, and guest speakers.
- Equip all participants for academic success through curricular enhancement activities such as workshops on effective study habits, periodic monitoring of classroom progress, as well as study tables and faculty-led support sessions.
- Empower participants to promote servant leadership by giving back to the community and developing and coordinating civic engagement endeavors, on- and off-campus.
How do I participate in the Male Success Initiative?
For more information about the Male Success Initiative at GovState, contact Delton Pierce the Asst. Director of Campus Traditions & Leadership at msi@govst.edu or 708-235-7362.
Check out MSI on Jaguar Connection, the place for all clubs, organizations, and events. Click the link to the right to register and get involved with a club on campus, or find some friends and start your own club!
Upcoming Meetups in D1496 at 1 p.m., Lunch is Provided:
- February 11, 2025
- March 11, 2025
- April 8, 2025