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Funding for the Black Scholars Matter (BSM) Program’s Cultural Immersion Study- Away Travel Series will support scholars in the BSM program as they participate in experiential learning activities and travel to a series of cultural centers and museums in Los Angeles, (California African American Museum - CAAM), San Francisco (Museum of the African Diaspora), South Carolina (International African American Museum), and Washington D.C. (The National Museum of African American History and Culture - NMAAHC). Students will participate in immersive tours at each site, which are considered high-impact educational practices. The active engagement, intentional dialogue and research conducted at the museum/centers will assist scholars in broadening their perspective and heighten their awareness to the rich contributions of African American/Black history and culture. Students will develop a more nuanced understanding of their own cultural heritage, of different people/culture, as well as learn valuable skills and knowledge that they can apply in their educational journey and in the workplace. Studying away can be a life-changing, transformative experience -- one that expands cultural awareness, increased self-efficacy, and the development of life-long skills, including resilience, creativity and enhanced personal and professional growth.
A Cultural Collaborator is a community member contributing to the furtherance of the Black Scholars Matter (BSM) Cultural Immersion Travel Series: Study Away Initiative. Donor Benefits Include: Personalized BSM Donor Badge; Personalized Thank You Correspondence from the BSM; Team & BSM Scholars; Social Media Shout-out (Instagram story).
A Partner in Impact is a Valued Contributor who passionately supports the Collegiate Success of Black Scholars through the Black Scholars Matter (BSM) Cultural Immersion Travel Series: Study Away Initiative. Donor Benefits Include: Personalized BSM Donor Badge; Personalized Thank You Correspondence from the BSM Team & BSM Scholars; Special Thank You on BSM Social Media (Instagram Post); Signed Photo of BSM Scholars in action; Signed Thank You Post Card from BSM Scholars.
A Study Away Warrior is a Dedicated Supporter of the Collegiate Success of Black Scholars through the Black Scholars Matter (BSM) Cultural Immersion Travel Series: Study Away Initiative. Donor Benefits Include: Personalized BSM Donor Badge; Personalized Thank You Correspondence from the BSM Team & BSM Scholars; Special Thank You on BSM Social Media (Instagram Post); Signed Photo of BSM Scholars in action; Signed Thank You Post Card from BSM Scholars; Photo Op with the BSM Empowerment Squad & BSM Scholars; Special Thank You in BSM Newsletter.
A Change-Making Champion is a Catalyst for Black Scholar Success through the Black Scholars Matter (BSM) Cultural Immersion Travel Series: Study Away Initiative. Donor Benefits Include: Personalized BSM Donor Badge; Personalized Thank You Correspondence from the BSM Team & BSM Scholars; Special Thank You on BSM Social Media (Instagram Post); Signed Photo of BSM Scholars in action; Signed Thank You Post Card from BSM Scholars; Photo Op with the BSM Team & BSM Scholars; Donor Profile in the BSM Newsletter; Personalized Thank You Video from the BSM Team & BSM Scholars; Donor Name featured on Contributor Wall Mural in BSM space; Profile & Interview on BSM’s Scholarly Sip Podcast; Invitation to one Culturally Relevant Event with the BSM Team and BSM Scholars.
