B.L.A.C.K. Student Success Services

Ready to take your Oakton Experience to the next level? Join the The Building Lasting African Culture and Knowledge (B.L.A.C.K.) Student Success Program (BSSP) at Oakton and unlock opportunities that go beyond the classroom! From day one until graduation, BSSP will support and guide you on your journey to success. 

BSSP Opportunities

The B.L.A.C.K Student Success Program (BSSP) at Oakton College offers opportunities that will help you succeed academically, professionally and personally through:

  • Equity, diversity and inclusion leadership training
  • Cultural acknowledgment and celebrations
  • Critical conversations
  • Financial resources
  • Mentorships

Complete the BSSP membership form

For more information, contact Janeen Jackson, Equity Coordinator for the B.L.A.C.K. Student Success Program at bssp@oakton.edu.

Janeen Jackson
Oakton's B.L.A.C.K. Student Success Program understands that your journey to success is more than just academics — it's also about feeling like you belong, making genuine connections and friends, and growing as an individual. BSSP's uplifting community provides you with the resources you need to thrive and reach your full potential.

Janeen Jackson

BSSP

Additional Resources

Anti-Racism TeamCenter for Campus Inclusion and Diversity (CCID)Diversity CouncilOffice of Access, Equity, and Diversity (OAED)