Sankofa

Sankofa

REMEMBERING OUR PAST TO PROTECT OUR FUTURE

MISSION

Sankofa is designed to support the retention and recruitment of Black students at NSC. Rooted in social justice and community advocacy, students have the opportunity to engage in mentorship, receive academic support, and participate in social activities offered by Black faculty and staff, community leaders and the rest of the NSC family. We are generously supported by the Rogers Foundation. Please contact us if you are interested in Sankofa activities: sankofa@nsc.flywheelstaging.com

GOALS

Sankofa is designed to support the retention and recruitment of Black students at NSC through the following activities:

Mentorship by Black faculty and staff, local community members, and the general NSC community
Internal community events and external internship opportunities
Regular events to create community and foster retention
Working in partnership with local Black organizations such as the Collegiate 100, NAACP, Local fraternities and sororities to highlight leadership skills and academic success tips for Black Students
Annual Summer Bridge Program: Sankofa offers an annual summer bridge designed to recruit Black high school juniors, seniors, and community college students into NSC. The Summer Bridge includes college access and academic success strategies, socio-emotional supports, and financial literacy. Students also have a chance to explore Black Las Vegas history.
Informal advising: Students have an opportunity to meet with a Black faculty or staff once a month for informal advising
Financial literacy: Students are provided tips for scholarships and financial aid
Graduate School/Research preparation: We support Black students in locating and identifying graduate school applications and research projects

From left to right: Brittney Avenger, Jessica Stuart, Dr. Chris Harris, Tiffany Black, and Moee Turbin at the 2020 American-American Outreach Luncheon.