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Youth Leadership Through Cardinal Principles

Youth Leadership Through Cardinal Principles

Course categoryYOUTH LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

This course explores the four Cardinal Principles of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.: Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift as a transformative framework for personal growth, ethical leadership, and community engagement. Rooted in the historic legacy of one of the first international fraternal organizations founded on the campus of a historically Black college, this course provides scholars with a comprehensive understanding of each principle and its application in today’s social, academic, and professional contexts.

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Maximizing Mentorships - Best Practices

Maximizing Mentorships - Best Practices

Course categoryMENTORING ACADEMY

Maximizing Mentorships – Best Practices is a practical, relationship-driven course designed to equip mentors and mentees with the tools, strategies, and mindset needed to build impactful, growth-centered mentorship experiences. Grounded in proven frameworks and real-world examples, this course explores the essential elements that make mentoring relationships successful, sustainable, and transformative.

Participants will learn how to establish trust, set clear goals, and create a safe space for mutual learning and accountability. The course delves into effective communication techniques, cultural competency, and the importance of mentorship in developing leadership, academic achievement, and personal resilience—especially within youth and underserved communities. Attention is also given to mentor preparation, boundary setting, ethical considerations, and long-term engagement strategies that promote meaningful connection and measurable outcomes.

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Foundations of African American (Black) History

Foundations of African American (Black) History

Course categoryFREEDOM SCHOOLS

This foundational course offers a comprehensive exploration of African American history, tracing the journey of strong and resilient people from ancient African civilizations to the present day. It is designed to illuminate the depth, resilience, and contributions of African Americans through critical eras of struggle, achievement, and transformation.

Beginning with the rich heritage of ancient African kingdoms such as Nubia, Mali, and Kemet (Egypt), students will examine Africa’s global significance prior to the transatlantic slave trade. The course then moves through the devastating impact of slavery and the fight for emancipation, highlighting the leadership and resistance of enslaved Africans and abolitionists.

Scholars will engage with primary sources, critical texts, oral histories, and multimedia resources to better understand the systemic forces that shaped African American experiences, as well as the enduring legacy of creativity, advocacy, and leadership within our communities.

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The Great American Story

The Great American Story

Course categoryHISTORICAL FACTS AND KEY EVENTS

Great American Story is a compelling exploration of the pivotal events, people, and movements that have shaped the United States, with a central focus on the African American experience as a driving force in the nation’s development. This course challenges conventional narratives by illuminating the contributions, struggles, and triumphs of African Americans.

Scholars will journey through America’s defining moments—its founding ideals, its contradictions, and its ongoing quest to live up to the promise of liberty and justice for all. Along the way, they will encounter the voices of visionaries and changemakers who have fought for freedom and reshaped the nation's conscience, including freedom fighters, artists, educators, and community leaders.

By re-centering the African American narrative within the broader sweep of U.S. history, Great American Story empowers scholars to critically examine the past, understand the present, and envision a future where African Americans thrive.

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