Professionals of Color Commission

Mission
The mission of the Professionals of Color Commission within MCPA is threefold:

To increase the membership and presence of professionals of color within higher education professional associations (i.e., MCPA, ACPA, NASPA, etc.);
To provide a space for professionals of color within higher education to network and socialize together throughout the academic year; and
To create opportunities for senior leaders of color within higher education to serve as mentors to younger professionals of color.

Responsibilities of the POCC

Solicit sessions related to and for professionals of color for the annual MCPA conference;
Market the annual MCPA Conference to professionals of color state-wide;
Provide input and support in the annual MCPA Conference planning process;
Attend MCPA Board of Director meetings and report on issues/processes pertaining to the Chair's duties;
Stay up to date on the relevant MCPA Board business meetings;
Conduct on-going meetings with the commission representatives to explore the needs (and strategies to meet the needs) of a diverse population of student affairs professionals concerned with issues impacting students and professionals of color;
Lead the Professionals of Color Commission session at the annual MCPA Conference

Questions? Contact the co-chairs.

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