BSSAC Committees
Committee # 1 - Community Data & Recruitment Goals
- Goal: Review and expand Sonoma State's data on Black students, faculty, and staff to create a summary report. Set recruitment goals for Black students.
- Objective: Enhance the campus environment by implementing retention strategies that support the success and well-being of Black students and ensure equitable access to resources.
Committee # 2 - Student Research, Internships, & Mentorship
- Goal: Strengthen and create programs supporting Black students in research, internships, and mentorship.
- Objective: Ensure Black students engage in at least two high-impact practices (internships, research, or study abroad) to foster belonging and academic success.
Committee # 3 - Black Faculty Recruitment and Retention
- Goal: Develop an outreach plan and review policies to recruit more Black faculty.
- Objective: Standardize recruitment and support for Black faculty and staff, acknowledging their vital role in student success.
Committee # 4 - Black Resource Center (BRC)
- Goal: Establish a Black Student Resource Center.
- Objective: Improve Black student retention and graduation rates through a comprehensive support system.