In 2020, a dedicated coalition of leaders and advocates within the California Community Colleges pioneered the creation of Black Student Success Week. This annual event, observed during the last week of April, offers a time to reflect on our commitment to the academic well-being of underserved students, including but not limited to Black and African American students.
The seventh annual Black Student Success Week is scheduled for April 20 - 24, 2026. This year's theme is Revolution (Re)defining Black Student Success. The 2026 Black Student Success Week explores how we define Black Student Success at our institutions and highlights practical examples from several newly designated Black Serving Institutions (BSIs).