MOC Leadership Summit Overview

About the Summit

The summit brings together collegiate students of color to explore topics related to the theme, provide access to information that fosters leadership skills while provoking conversations that support the students to persist in their academic journey.   

The summit is be a full-day event, consisting of keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. The keynote speakers will be experts in their respective fields and will provide insights and inspiration to attendees. Panel discussions will allow for in-depth exploration of important topics, while workshops will provide practical skills and strategies. Networking opportunities will allow attendees to connect with peers and professionals and explore potential career paths. Breakfast and lunch will be provided during the event.   

Target Audience

The summit welcomes all students to participate in program activities. However, all programming and activities will be geared towards issues impacting male-identified students of color including those who identify as African American, Hispanic/Latino, Native American, Asian, Pacific Islander, and mixed race. Attendees should have an interest in exploring important topics related to their identity, health and wellness, personal development, and career exploration.

Building Bridges To Success For Students Of Color

As Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) continues its commitment to retaining, supporting, and graduating male-identified students of color, the Brother-to-Brother Program is set to organize the University’s first Men of Color Leadership Summit.  

The summit, known as the Collegiate Men of Color Leadership Summit, strives to establish a secure and inclusive environment where collegiate men of color can convene to delve into crucial topics affecting their lives. These include health and wellness, societal stereotypes, leadership, and persistence in their academic journeys.  

While MSU Denver is attentive to retention and graduation rates for all students, there is a particular focus on addressing concerns related to the degree attainment of Black/African American and Latino American men.