RAP-SI:

Retention - Achievement - Professionalism - Success - Institute
 

GIVING STUDENTS A LEG UP!

RAP-SI's Mission is to increase, encourage, and support the retention and educational success of black males and other under represented groups in higher education. We do this by pairing dedicated peer mentors Sophomores, Juniors, Seniors with a proven record of academic management success to support less experienced students who need assistance on their educational journey.
 

STRUCTURED PEER MENTORING

Is a plan for academic success the provides college guidance and feedback to mentees as well as coaching by upper level students.
RAP-SI advances strategies, through the extensive use of academic resources available both within CCNY and externally, to encourage and prepare students for successful enrollment in graduate and/or professional schools.

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PARTICIPATION IN SERVICE LEARNING CLASSES

RAP-SI is further committed to encouraging students to enroll in service learning courses developed in conjunction with the Black Studies Program.