The primary mission of the Pre-College Outreach Programs at Florida Memorial University is to facilitate programs and service to enhance the opportunity for students in Middle and High School to complete high school, earn a college degree, and find meaningful employment or pursue graduate studies.
The goals of the program are to increase the amount of Black Males graduating from high school, facilitate their admission to college, and significantly increase their chances of earning a college degree.
Important Links:
Tutoring Program (bi-weekly) African American Entrepreneurship Symposium SAT practice test College Night Black History Program Christmas Community Service Program Raised over $12,000 in sponsorships from foundations and corporations (not including parent advisory donation drive)
BMCEP to enroll 80 youth in program Heads-Up to enroll 65 youth in program Establish a mentoring program for BMCEP / Heads-Up Programs Establish a series of parent workshops Develop and operate the Shepherd Watch Mentoring Program (with secured funds under PSP model)
Florida Memorial University’s “Black Male College Explorers Program” is an at risk intervention program designed specifically for Black Males. High schools and middle schools are asked to identify “At-Risk” Black Males in grades 7th-12th. A team of school and community leaders provides supportive services for the students during the regular school year. Florida Memorial University provides six weeks of highly concentrated developmental experiences during the summer while students live on campus. An appropriate number of high school and college professors are hired to teach S.T.E.M. subjects that include, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Personal growth and developmental activities are provided through weekly seminars and workshops.
The goals of the program are to increase the amount of Black Males graduating from high school, facilitate their admission to college, and significantly increase their chances of earning a college degree.
The following component of services will be provided to students:
The successful attainment of the following program is projected:
A collaborative partnership will be formed by teachers, guidance counselors, the business community, social service organizations, and parents to promote the attainment of the program’s goals. Goals will be measured by observation, student academic performance and achievement, standardize test scores, pre/post assessment test, and pre/post attitude surveys.
Devon Marrett, Director
Black Male College Explorers Program
CEPS.BMCEP@fmuniv.edu
(954) 780-6655
The Summer Institute is a 2-week program on the campus of FMU to endeavor in academic enrichment, professional development, social skills and will give young men a “preview” of what it feels like to be a college student. Weekly seminars and workshops include S.T.E.M. subjects (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), along with personal growth activities.
The BMCE Summer Institute Program program will take place Monday, June 12-Friday, June 23, 2023 from 8:00 A.M – 4 P.M.