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Higher Ground Securing Black Academic Futures Community Conversation
📅 Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026
🕒 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Virtual Community Conversation
Elevate. Empower. Secure. The NAACP State Area Conference is proud to present “Higher Ground: Securing Black Academic Futures”. This essential dialogue brings together leading voices in higher education to discuss strategies, challenges, and the collective work required to ensure the academic success and stability of Black students within our community and technical college systems.
Education is the bedrock of equity. This session serves as a dedicated platform for students, parents, and educators to hear directly from institutional leaders about the initiatives and systemic changes being implemented to foster inclusive excellence and secure a bright future for the next generation of Black scholars.
Event is Free and Open to the Public
Participation in this vital conversation is free of charge. Interested attendees can RSVP via the official community form to receive access details.
Conversations with College Presidents
Engage with distinguished leaders committed to academic equity:
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- Dr. Matthew Campbell: President, Pierce College
- Dr. Yoshiko Harden: President, Renton Technical College
- Dr. Chio Flores: President, Pierce College
Join the Conversation
To participate in future sessions or to view recorded highlights, please visit our official channels:
NAACP State Area Conference (AK-OR-WA)
RSVP and Information Link: Register Here
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the “Higher Ground” initiative?
It is a series focused on securing Black academic futures by facilitating direct conversations between the community and college presidents.
Which institutions are represented in this session?
This conversation features the presidents of Pierce College and Renton Technical College.
How can I register for this event?
Attendees can RSVP through the provided Google Form link or by scanning the QR code on the official event flyer.
Is this event specifically for students?
No, this is a community-wide conversation open to students, educators, families, and any advocates interested in Black academic success.
Who is the primary host of this event?
The event is presented by the NAACP State Area Conference for Alaska, Oregon, and Washington.
