Programs

Building great minds through peers

Holistic mentoring for first-generation students of color — challenge, grow, and lead with purpose.

Celebrating SUMMIT graduates

We develop and connect first-generation students through mentoring, physical and spiritual training for current and future success.

Our Fall 2025 graduates reflect the SPIE framework in action — Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, and Emotional growth that carries members from campus to what comes next.

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SPIE: holistic growth

Every member is developed across four dimensions of wellbeing and leadership.

Spiritual

Purpose, integrity, and values that anchor decisions through college and career.

Physical

Wellness habits and discipline that support energy, focus, and resilience.

Intellectual

Academic excellence, critical thinking, and continuous learning.

Emotional

Self-awareness, community, and the courage to lead through challenge.

Milestones & conferences

Where the program leads

SUMMIT brothers graduate, attend national conferences, land career opportunities, and return as mentors — proof that holistic support changes outcomes.

National Mentoring Summit acceptance letter for SUMMIT representation
National Mentoring Summit
SUMMIT brothers group photo at the National Mentoring Summit
National Mentoring Summit
SUMMIT members at the ODU Career Fair
ODU Career Fair
SUMMIT graduates celebrating on campus at 2025 graduation
2025 Graduation
SUMMIT brothers at the VACE Conference
VACE Conference
SUMMIT brothers group photo at the BEYA Conference
BEYA Conference
SUMMIT members in a hands-on workshop session

What members experience

  • Peer and faculty mentorship circles
  • Career readiness workshops and mock interviews
  • Networking at conferences like BEYA
  • Community service and leadership development